December 12, 2017 Camrose Booster

2017

Vol. LXVI, No. 3 40 pages December 12, 2017

Always better – always better read Cassy Batchelor and Kathy Schwab are two of nine members from the small local Kinettes club who are attempting to brighten Christmas for children from the community.

THE CAMROSE KINETTES’

Inside Who Can I Count On? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11 City of Camrose . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12 Dining and Entertainment . . . . . . . . 13 to 15 Christmas Gift Guide . . . . . . . . . . . 16 to 20 On the Road . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28 to 31 Obituaries . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32 to 34 Classifieds . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35 to 38

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program started in the 1960s. It was conceived to ensure that every boy and girl in the community would have something to open at Christmas. Even back then, every boy and girl, up to age 17, received a hat, mitts, and other gift item(s) appropriate for their age.

Decades later, this tradition continues with the Camrose Kinette Club, in co-operation with the local Lions Club, Neighbor Aid and Merry Christmas Cheer Fund, continuing to devote hundreds of collective hours to the remarkable cause. This year, nine dedicated Kinettes work to collect and sort donations, pack boxes and take on other responsibilities with the massive undertaking of being community Santa Clauses to up to 400 local youth.

The difference this year though, with just days to go before crunch time, is that supply of Silent Santa donations is at an alarming, all-time low. The Kinettes have come to The Camrose Booster with an urgent request for items, particularly for males and females in the 9 to 17 age group. The Kinettes are desperately short of recreational sports items (footballs, soccer balls, sleds, etc.), family games, creative art items, Lego, K’NEX, blankets, personal hygiene kits and other items such as hairdryers, curlers, straighteners, etc. Other gift ideas include movie passes, swimming passes and Kodiaks tickets. If you are able to donate, drop boxes are at Centre Court (at the Santa display), Duggan Mall, and beside the community room at Real Canadian Superstore. Toy and cash donations can be made at Shuman Insurance and will be used to purchase suitable gift items. Kinettes would like to thank the community for all the generous gifts and donations they have received so far.

Without the community support, they would not be able to make Christmas merry for families.

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News Features Holiday Train spreads cheer, assists food bank. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8 Holiday classic Nutcracker. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14 Community Dinner celebrates togetherness . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25 Chamber members put books under trees . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27 Reflections Column by Bonnie Hutchinson. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4

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Winter Snow school concert

By Murray Green

The See Amid The Winter’s Snow concert will be held on Sunday, Dec. 17.

The Rosedale Valley String Orchestra and Central Alberta Homeschool Choir will be performing Christian life songs at the Jeanne and Peter Lougheed Centre beginning at 4 p.m.

It will be a free-will offering.

This concert involves

many of the local home schooled children in the area.

“The Camrose choir practices at the Canadian Lutheran Bible institute on Friday mornings. About 11 years ago Debbie Zepick, the director of the central Alberta home schooling choir, asked the Rosedale Valley Strings if they would like to do a concert together and so the See Amid the Winter

Snow concert was born,” said student Jonathan Luscombe.

“One year they decided, after taking a group and going to Mwanza Tanzania, to meet a local pastor who had started an orphanage for boys to sponsor and fundraise for this struggling group. Since then, we have been able to provide beds, as well, and so much more due to these concerts.”

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Similar concerts will be held in Lacombe and Ponoka prior to the Camrose date.

“We have a separate choir in Lacombe with 60 students and the Camrose choir has about 50 students. Each choir practices on their own and then join together to form a large choir for the concerts. Students range from Grade 1 to 12,” explained Jonathan.

“We will be singing and playing Christian Christmas classics, as well as a new one called No Room,” he revealed.

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Letters to the Editor A metaphor for 2017, or any other year

“Oh, poor Baby,” I said out loud. And felt some remorse.

My daughter had given me an amaryllis bulb in a box. It’s an annual tradition. She has a friend who, at this season every year, has amaryllis bulbs to sell as a fundraiser for Huntington’s disease. Every year my daughter buys several and gives them to friends and family members.

Was it really two weeks since I’d had the box with the amaryllis bulb? When I opened the box, I was dismayed.

The box contained a plastic pot, peat (which needed to have water added)–and of course the amaryllis bulb.

In case you don’t know about amaryllis, the bulb looks like a very large onion. At some point, little shoots pop their heads out the top. Over the next few weeks, the amazing amaryllis grows so fast you feel like you can see it–stems and leaves rise up, sometimes more than an inch every day. And then four or sometimes even five glorious six-inch across flowers emerge from the stems.

Last year, at its peak, my amaryllis had nine flowers on two stems–a spectacular display for the holiday season.

But when I opened the box this and saw the amaryllis bulb, I wondered if the plant would even survive.

There was indeed a fat bulb. But not just the bulb.

Box or no box, light or no light, the amaryllis had already started to push out a stem with a bud on top. But inside the dark box, there was no room to grow. It was literally boxed in, curled around in a fetal position. Instead of being green, it was pasty pale yellow. It looked deformed.

That’s when I said, “Oh, poor Baby!” I wondered if it would be able to uncurl itself, or if it would just shrivel up and die. I went through the motions of planting it–awkwardly, because the stem was so curled around–and left it sitting on a kitchen counter. A couple of hours later I returned–and was amazed. Already, the plant had begun to uncurl!

A day later, the amaryllis stem was perfectly straight, getting greener by the minute.

And became my joyous metaphor for the year 2017.

So what does this have to do with anything that matters to you?

Perhaps, like me, you’ve felt some constraints in the past year–maybe even “boxed in” sometimes. Perhaps you’ve had some intentions that have not unfolded in the way you imagined. Perhaps, you’ve had moments of doubt and confusion about the state of the world or the state of your life. And yet and yet…

During 2017, I came to understand and even appreciate how my external world reflects back inner constraints and inner possibilities.

I came to appreciate the limits of “striving” and the power of “allowing.” In fact, everything that at some point I thought was unfortunate, has turned out to have within it, a gift. Welcome to the metaphor Like the amaryllis bulb, we each have within us everything we need to unfold–the life force that knows our “blueprint.”

Like the amaryllis, we need times of rest and replenishment, and then we need space–we make space–for growth. Boxed in or not, in the light or not, when it’s time to grow, we are going to grow. We are going to bloom.

And then it will be time for another time of rest and replenishment, and then another thrust for growth. Seasons of growth and expansion are followed by seasons of “winter”–and possibly breakdowns leading to breakthroughs–followed by ever new forms of growth and expansion. And so it is. ***

I’d love to hear from you. If you have comments about this column or suggestions for future topics, send an email to Bonnie@BonnieHutchinson.com.

I’ll joyfully reply within one business day.

Letters are welcomed but please limit them to 400 words or less and sign with first name, initial, surname, address and phone number; only name of writer and city or town will be printed. Letters to third parties are not accepted.

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The Camrose Booster thanks you for your interest in the letters page and encourages your comments.

Best music

I very much enjoyed reading Murray Green’s interview with Carmen Mason, “Mason Leads Xtatix” as a lead up to this New Year’s Eve dance (Camrose Booster, Nov. 28).

However, I take friendly issue with two of Mason’s recollections, while evaluating music over the past 57 years. I think you need to go back 70 years.

His quote was “The ‘50s and ‘60s was the greatest time for music…best time in history.” It seems he missed the fantastic music of the late ‘40s, due to his age, I guess (I graduated 10 years before he did).

The late ‘40s saw the birth of modern music (the Viking Jives Band), which consisted of primarily of drums, piano, saxophones and/or other wind instruments. This band consisted of my sister on piano, Arnold Hafso on saxophone, Lindsay Thunell on drums

and Bob Thunell (who later ran Wisemen’s Way Bookstore in Camrose) on trumpet and clarinet.

This band with changing members was popular for many years. Dubucs of Vegreville, Horineks of Sedgewick and Nissens, Coultmans, Persons of Kinsella and Irma played similar music.

His quote, “Before rock and roll, all dance music included fiddles and accordions,” was therefore not true.

There were also multi country western (old-time) bands. So that era produced a lot of good dancers such as jiving, fox-trots, polkas and square dances.

We learned them all (most of us “rurals” had no television).

When rock ‘n’ roll came in, we enjoyed it too. It is great that 58 years later, you (Mason) are still able to enjoy playing, but it’s not surprising, because making music and dancing to it keeps us young at heart.

If you check out the Duggan Mall Farmers’ Market on Saturday mornings, you will likely find half a dozen old-timers from the ‘30s performing there regularly (though less skillfully now), enjoying it and being enjoyed by a full house.

It is interesting to note that many musical groups now are a blends of two or more music genres.

So, good luck to Xtatix on Dec. 31. It sounds like

New Year’s Eve will be an exciting time for those able to stay up that late.

Bill Mattinsen, Camrose Congratulations

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Long time service to Camrose

By Lori Larsen

In recognition of his service to the City of Camrose for a period spanning over 28 years, Norm Mayer received the Alberta Urban Municipalities Association (AUMA) Distinguished Service Award on Nov. 22 during the AUMA Convention Session at the Telus Convention Centre in Calgary.

Council passed a motion that Norman Mayer be nominated for the award during a special council meeting on June. 27.

Norm has served the City as an elected official in the following capacity.

From 1977 to 1980 alderman, 1980 to 1983 alderman, 1983 to 1986 alderman, from 1989 to 2004 mayor, 2013 to 2017 mayor.

During his 28 year service, Norm also served and continues to serve on various committees and boards and ensures continual liaison with residents, the community and the region, as well as other municipalities.

“Norman Mayer is totally committed to ensuring the welfare and interests of the community at all times,” was said in the submission from council to the AUMA, outlining Norm’s contribution to the community.

“He has been actively involved with the youth, education, arts and culture, health and emergency services, low income agencies, public transportation and support for the aging.

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BRSD adds trustees, plan for the next three years

By Murray Green

All newly-elected members of the Battle River School Division board of trustees started in their roles on Oct. 23.

The first official meeting was held on Nov. 27 where they immediately started making decisions.

The board formalized an agreement to work together in positive ways, by passing motions about a Code of Conduct and an etiquette to follow at meetings.

Trustees learned that there are 6,238 students enrolled in BRSD this year. Enrollments are up in some areas of the school division, while others are experiencing declines. This continues to be reflection of similar population changes happening overall in rural communities.

The 2017-18 budget was reviewed and submitted to the government by Nov. 30.

Board members received an overview of the Annual Educational Results Report (AERR) three-year education plan for 2017-20.

BRSD’s Provincial Achievement Tests (PAT) results have gone up each of the last two years. The school division has also improved in a number of others areas, according to the board.

The school division continues to be concerned about the challenges of recruiting teachers.

BRSD staff are working hard to implement new ways of evaluating student learning, so they can better understand specifically what’s required in order to help children succeed.

Expanding schools has resulted in the BRSD requesting new modular classrooms at C.W. Sears, Sparling and Bashaw schools.

Across the division, the cost of maintaining and repairing aging schools continues to be a challenge for the board.

Battle River has nearly 40 students who have come from other countries to study. That number is growing as the International Student program continues to successfully recruit students from around the world. This is a way to learn about other cultures and increase the diversity of local schools. It also generates a higher student enrollment and additional funding for some of the division’s smaller, rural locations.

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VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES

Are you passionate about your community? Consider volunteering for a Council appointed Board or Committee! The City of Camrose is seeking adult residents to serve as Members at Large on the following Board and Committee: (Terms commence January, 2018) Heritage Advisory Committee (NEW) (3 Members) The Heritage Advisory Committee is an advisory body to Council that acts on any matter related to the heritage significance of any building, structure or landscape feature located within the city, with respect to Historic Resource, Heritage Preservation and Heritage Policies. The Committee meets on a regular basis.

The City is currently seeking three (3) Members consisting of: • No less than one (1) business owner representing 50th Street between 48A Avenue and 51st Avenue.

• No less than one (1) business or resident representing a Special (Historical) Commercial District.

• No less than one (1) resident representing a Special (Historical) Residential District.

For information on the Heritage Advisory Committee, please contact Aaron Leckie, Director, Planning and Development Services, at 780-672-4428.

Subdivision and Development Appeal Board (1 Member) The Subdivision and Development Appeal Board makes decisions on subdivision and development appeals in accordance with the Municipal Government Act and Subdivision and Development Appeal Board Bylaw. The Subdivision and Development Appeal Board meets on a required basis.

Make a difference!

For more information on the appointment process and to obtain an application form, visit www.camrose.ca or contact City Hall at 780-672-4426.

Please submit applications via: fax to 780-672-2469 OR email: jwallace@camrose.ca OR in person at City Hall, 5204-50 Avenue.

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AQUATIC CASHIER – CASUAL

The City of Camrose is seeking a highly motivated, energetic and reliable individual with a strong aptitude in customer service to join our Aquatics team as a casual Cashier to support the administrative operation of the Aquatic Centre and to assist the public regarding aquatic program information.

FUNCTIONS: • Cashier, registrations, and data entry.

• Public relations and customer service, including in person and over the phone.

• Promotion of Aquatic programs.

QUALIFICATIONS: • Excellent communication and customer service skills.

• Experience handling cash.

• Knowledge and experience in Microsoft Word and Excel.

HOURS OF WORK: As a casual position, the hours of work are on an as-required basis and typically include Friday afternoons, weekends and occasional coverage during the week. Weekend availability is a definite asset.

SALARY & BENEFITS: The starting hourly wage for this position will be dependent upon the qualifications and experience of the successful candidate.

APPLICATIONS: Individuals interested in this position are invited to submit a cover letter and resume to the address below or in person at the Aquatic Centre by January 5, 2018 at 4:30 p.m.

CONTACT: City of Camrose, Attention: Aquatics Supervisor Aquatics Centre Location: 5600-44 Ave. Camrose, AB Mailing Address: 5204 – 50 Avenue, Camrose, AB T4V 0S8 P: 780.672.9909 | F: 780.672.4915 | E: aquatic@camrose.ca | W: www.camrose.ca Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy (FOIP). The personal information recorded on the application form is being collected under the authority of the Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy (FOIP) Act. The information will be used for the purpose(s) of employee recruitment and administration and is protected by the privacy provisions of the Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy (FOIP) Act. If you require additional information concerning the collection and use of this personal information, please contact the FOIP Officer at 780-672-4426.

CAMROSE AQUATIC CENTRE will be CLOSED to the public for Mechanical Maintenance and Repair December 19 and 20.

Thank you in advance for your patience and understanding.

CAMROSE AQUATIC CENTRE HOLIDAY HOURS: Christmas Eve – December 24th Family Swim 12:00 noon – 2:00 pm Public Swim 2:00 – 4:00 pm CLOSED Christmas Day and Boxing Day – December 25th & 26th Regular Schedule December 27th – 30th with an afternoon public swim from 1:00 – 4:00 pm New Year’s Eve – December 31st FREE PUBLIC SWIM for LIGHT UP the NIGHT 5:00 – 9:00 pm CLOSED New Year’s Day Regular Schedule January 2nd – 6th with an afternoon public swim from 1:00 – 4:00 pm OUT OF SCHOOL DAY CAMPS Designed for full time school kids ages 6 – 12 years old, these camps will run the following days: December 27, 28 & 29 Holidays of the Year January 2 Build It & Bite It January 3 Minute It to Win It January 4 Super Science January 5 Ooey & Gooey Cost: City/County $32.00/day Out of Area $37.00/day For more information check out our website at www.camrose.ca and follow us on Facebook @CamroseAquaticCentre

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Thanks to the generous support of our fundraising collaborators and donors, construction of Phase 1 of the park is complete and it is now open to the public. Phase 2 of construction commences in spring of 2018.

Thank you to our very generous donors!

• The Camrose Historic Mainstreet Society • The Swans and Rose Lions Club of Camrose • The Lions of Alberta Foundation • The Battle River Community Foundation • Hatch Law • Enbridge • Dr. Peter Berg • Dennis Johnson of Battle River Realty • D.W. French Engineering • 1538456 Alberta Ltd.

Beaver’s Wailers to perform at Bailey Theatre

By Murray Green

The Rose City Roots Music Society will be presenting Lindsay Beaver and the 24th Street Wailers as the next concert in its series.

Beaver and her Wailers will be on the Bailey Theatre stage on Saturday, Dec. 16 at 8 p.m.

She is known as the leader, singer, drummer and

songwriter. Originally from Halifax, Nova Scotia, she has been leading her band The 24th St. Wailers across North America and Europe for the past several years

playing her own blend of rock n’ roll, soul, punk and blues.

Her powerful voice and stand up drumming is a trademark at festivals, the-

atres and clubs. Lindsay’s songwriting and albums include a 2015 Juno Award nomination, 15 Maple Blues Award nominations and a 2015 Blues411 Award.

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ALSO, A VERY SPECIAL THANKS TO… • All our fantastic volunteers • Brian Dumont for providing DJ services for the Teddy Bear Disco • All the wonderful entertainment participants • Camrose Regional Exhibition operations staff whose commitment to this event is amazing. Their generosity and tireless efforts are inspirational.

Since 2010, the Festival of Trees/Camrose Regional Exhibition has donated over $55,000 back into the community from this event alone.

Thank you to everyone who makes it possible for us to do this.

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Spelling Bee fun

By Murray Green

It’s known as a “gift card.”

It’s really a “smile card.”

Put a smile on someone’s face this Christmas.

St. Patrick School hosts the Christmas County Spelling Bee in conjunction with the Christmas concerts on Tuesday, Dec. 19 and Wednesday, Dec. 20 at 7 p.m. on both days.

You may have your own special name. Wonderful Counselor. Prince of Peace.

Everlasting Father. Even a brief reflection on the names of Jesus brings power and strength to our faith.

Award-winning writer Celeste Clydesdale has centered her Christmas musical, The Christmas County Spelling Bee, entirely around this theme. Set within the narrative of a lively spelling bee, this warm musical consists of nine delightful songs, as well as the Michael W. Smith classic, “Emmanuel.”

As the musical unfolds, the contestants learn more about the character and nature of our Savior.

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Shumka’s Nutcracker is a new holiday classic, produced and performed by Alberta artists.

They will have two shows, Dec. 15 and 16 with 7:30 p.m. start times on both evenings at the Jeanne and Peter Lougheed Performing Arts Centre.

“This is really exciting for us to come out to Camrose. It has been something that we have been wanting to do for some time now.

We were fortunate to be one of the first groups to perform on the Lougheed stage when it was first built, at the opening ceremonies,” recalled Joe Hoffman, one of three artistic directors for the show. “ We are excited to come back to a familiar stage.”

This luxurious and uniquely powerful production features ballet, folk dance and character dance in a celebration of Tchaikovsky’s beloved score. Shumka’s Nutcracker blends the grace and lyrical nature of classical movement with the strength of Ukrainian character dance, leaving audiences exhilarated and entertained.

“This show was developed for the Jubilee stage in Edmonton, so we have to do a little sizing down, but not a lot. The larger dance groups will still pack the same punch and not worry about running into each other. It is a two-hour production and we are on stage for half of it,” added Joe. The Ukrainian Shumka Dancers and guests from Edmonton’s Citie Ballet join forces for the presentation of Alberta’s Ukrainian Nutcracker.

“The nice thing about the Nutcracker story is that you can add your touch, or version of it. A lot of research went into this show a long time ago and the gentleman who originally wrote the story had a Ukrainian background, so we can easily adapt to it.”

Clara’s Dream is the only Ukrainian folk ballet representation of Tchaikovsky’s Nutcracker. Given the famous composer’s Ukrainian heritage, the production incorporates Ukrainian Christmas traditions, folk and character dance, a grand orchestral version of Shchedryk (“Carol of the Bells”) and Ukrainian symbols woven into the lavish sets and costumes.

“We take some of that storybook feel and turn the dream scene into its full potential. We realize what the dream is capable of and we use vibrant dances and colours to give it our flare.

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“People are aware of the story this time of the year and we want people to use their imagination in the dream scene,” said Joe. Performing the roles of Clara and the Prince, Shumka welcomes back Tetyana Lozova and Yaroslav Tkachuk from the Kyiv Ballet of the National Opera of Ukraine. Shumka Artistic Associate and longtime company member Joe Hoffman will perform the role of the mysterious Uncle Drosselmeier.

“The set is built in pieces, so we are flexible and versatile. We try to perform outside of Edmonton every chance we get.

We are thankful for the opportunity to perform in dozens of Canadian cities including Camrose. We went on a seven week tour to China in my first year.

We are always looking for opportunities to explore.

We are hoping to take our dancers to Ukraine within the next couple of years.

Even going into smaller towns within Alberta brings us back to our roots.”

Making an exciting return to the Jubilee Stage, Shumka is thrilled to welcome alumnus, So You Think You Can Dance Canada finalist and Cirque Du Soleil performer Jeffrey Mortensen, returning to the role of Clara’s mischievous brother, Fritz.

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“We want to remain true to the Ukraine culture and hopefully that leads us to the heritage around Alberta and Saskatchewan,” added Joe. From Virsky Ballet, The Ukrainian State Folk Dance Company, Kostiantyn Frolov, Viacheslav Ilinskyi, Maksym Karpenko and Denys Turchak will be featured soloists in this year’s production.

“A lot of work goes into a show like this and it is also a lot of fun. We started around mid-August to get ready for a busy December. We’re lucky that we have performed this show before, so some of the choreography is the same. We have some changes and we also work on some new

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The government plans to ensure such neutrality by outlawing face coverings for its workers, and by outlawing face coverings for any Ian Wilson, person receiving public services Religion, Augustana from the government. The bill Campus, University addresses other matters as well, of Alberta such as religious education at daycares, but its primary concern is face covering.

There are many issues to consider here, not the least of which is the definition of “religious neutrality,” and whether such a thing is even possible. The bill itself suggests that it may not be—it allows for special accommodations and makes concessions for the “emblematic and toponymic elements” (that is, the important symbols and meaningful places) of Quebec’s own “religious cultural heritage.” But the issue I’d like to address is the bill’s assumption that face covering necessarily has something to do with religion and religion alone.

The bill does not specify any types or styles of coverings—it simply outlaws covering one’s face. There’s some irony in the bill’s failure to specify. Like Alberta, Quebec is cold, sometimes very cold, and a good face covering is often necessary. Quebec residents opposed to the bill immediately picked up on this irony, protesting the new law by boarding public transit while wearing balaclavas. The bill does grant that individuals may cover their faces on account of particular “working conditions”—conditions like, I assume, working outside during the Quebec winter—but the bill’s lack of specificity nonetheless raises the question of what exactly constitutes a “religious” covering as opposed to a non-religious one.

Of course, for those familiar with Quebec’s legal history, including the ill-fated attempt to implement a “Charter of Values” in 2013, the bill’s emphasis on face covering comes as no surprise. Bill 62’s obvious intent is to outlaw the coverings worn by some Muslim women, even though it makes no mention of Islam whatsoever. This perceived legal targeting of Muslims comes at a time when racism and hate crimes towards them are on the rise in Quebec, and there has been little interest in attempting to understand the reasons why Muslim women cover their face.

When a Muslim woman covers her face—or any portion of her head—it’s important not to assume that the covering is primarily a religious act, even in the context of a devout Islamic community. The Quran rarely addresses clothing at all, and when it does it generally exhorts women and men to be modest in their dress. In the one passage that provides some detailed instruction concerning clothing, the text urges women to cover their chests and advises that women should not reveal anything “beyond what is acceptable to reveal” (24:31). What might be acceptable is never really clarified. Outside the Quran, a number of authoritative ahadith (prophetic traditions) promote covering the head, but covering the face is a long-standing point of debate in the history of interpretation.

Islamic tradition being not entirely clear on these issues, it’s not surprising that ethnographic research shows that Muslim women cover for all sorts of reasons. To be sure, many women directly relate their coverage to their practice of Islam and their religious convictions, and the Canadian Charter of Rights and Freedoms ensures that they may do so. Bill 62 already—and rightly—faces constitutional challenges on religious grounds.

Numerous Muslim women, though, do not associate covering with Islamic practice per se.

Reasons cited frequently include non-Islamic customs and traditions, personal aesthetic preferences, marking and maintaining cultural identity, and simply not having to worry about hairstyling and makeup. Many of the common justifications for covering are not “religious,” at least not in the way our society tends to talk about religion. It’s widely recognized in Canada that visibly wearing a cross, for example, is not necessarily a religious statement, even though it can be. We should also recognize that covering one’s head or face is not always and only about religion, even when it might seem otherwise.

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Some of the most amazing gifts people receive are the ones they least expect.

This year’s list of best gifts for 2017 include some true and tested favourites, but also a few unique surprises.

Personalized books have become very popular and there are many online businesses that offer the service of putting together your very own story, literally. They include love stories, family history and an all-time favourite–children’s books. Imagine how excited your children will be when they see their names and stories in print.

Wine and beer of the month clubs are a great gift for the connoisseurs in your life. They can try a little of everything before making a huge commitment to one particular brand.

For those well-established people in your life or older children and families, why not investigate adventure gifts. Depending on your budget, they could be as simple as paying for camping fees at one of the local campgrounds or an amazing helicopter tour offered throughout our beautiful province.

Technology is always a fan favourite for all ages.

Gaming systems, games, video and audio gifts or, for the person who already has all the techno gadgets, a universal charging station would be ideal and won’t break the bank.

Some of the new products on the market also keep the sustainability of our planet in mind and are made of natural products that not only protect the environment, but promote its wellbeing. Consider, for example, beeswax candles with no artificial fragrances or dyes, convenient and

portable drying racks for hanging clothes instead of using electric dryers, handmade soaps that do not contain dyes or other harsh chemicals, soapnut laundry soap bars made from 100 per cent biodegradable soapberry tree nuts, seed packets or potted herbs to promote fresh food choices or clothing made of ecofriendly or recycled fabric.

For the handy person, multi-functional tools will keep things at their fingertips.

Inexpensive photo frames make wonderful gift ideas for the entire family. Grandparents will rejoice in a multi-frame compilation of photos of their precious little ones, which can be easily printed off your home computer.

Homemade ar t, straight from your hands and your heart are oneof-a-kind gifts that don’t often require a great deal of cash, but are made with the most valuable of gifts– your time.

The least expensive and easiest gifts include spending an afternoon having a tea with an elder relative or acquaintance, visiting a sick friend and bringing them a bowl of soup, sitting with a child and reading a book or setting aside family time each month for games or a sit-down meal. Reap the rewards of the most sought after gift – the gift of your time.

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Sports enthusiast John Short shared the life and times of Normie Kwong during the Rotary Club of Camrose speaker series on Monday, Nov. 20 at the Camrose Resort Casino.

Sports writer John Short, who calls Camrose his second home, reflected on the life of the football player, businessman and Alberta’s 16th Lieutenant-Governor, Normie Kwong.

“First I want to thank the citizens of Camrose for allowing me to come back.

The Viking Cup (hockey tournament) made a lot of foreigners feel welcome here,” said John.

“I remember Lim Kwong Yew as Normie, who was a Canadian football player, who played for the Calgary Stampeders and Edmonton Eskimos of the Canadian Football League (CFL). He has his name on the Stanley Cup once (as owner of the Calgary Flames) and four times on the Grey Cup,” recalled John. “Only one other person has his name on both cups, Wayne Gretzky.

He was briefly the owner of the Toronto Argonauts.”

He played for his hometown Calgary Stampeders from 1948 to 1950 and, after a trade, the Edmonton Eskimos from 1951 until his retirement in 1960.

“Normie got his start in football as an 18-year-old kid right out of high school. He became the first Canadian professional football player of Chinese heritage in the CFL. He quickly showed he was very bright about money. A year after winning the championship in Toronto he asked for a 100 per cent raise, all the way from $3,000 a year to $6,000 a year. He didn’t get it, he got traded instead.

As a result he became a hall of famer, role model and a great citizen who set at least 30 CFL records, many of which still stand today.”

He was also an active businessman and politician being part owner of the Calgary Flames and serving as the lieutenant governor from January 2005 to May 2010.

“He was a first generation Canadian. When he was younger he was often told he couldn’t swim with the normal children (because of skin colour). And yet, he was responsible for welcoming new Canadians despite bias from all levels of government.

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person of Chinese heritage to serve as lieutenant-governor of Alberta.

“Too many educators treat sports as trivial, but it’s not trivial. It is absolutely

essential. I’m very happy that Camrose has been as active as it has been for as long as it has.”

One of Normie’s best friends was Jackie Parker.

They liked to bet each other on anything. “One night, Jackie lost all of his furniture in a bet. This is a true story.

On game day the Eskimos needed a late touchdown. In the huddle, Normie broke everyone up by telling Parker to get us in the end zone and I’ll give you your furniture back.”

Three members of the Eskimos became leaders in Alberta, Don Getty, Peter Lougheed and Normie Kwong “Don once told me his job as premier was of much less importance than being the quarterback of the Eskimos. He had no doubt about that. Again the value of sport in the community. Lougheed said there is so much politics in sports and sports in politics that it is the same game.”

The next Rotary speaker event is on Monday, Jan. 15 at 11:45 a.m. with Frank Farley, presented by Dr. Glen Hvenegaard at the Camrose Resort Casino.

Register the Friday before each event by calling 780-679-4657 (leave a message), or email RotaryCamrose@gmail.com.

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BRCF assists with KidSport A family affair of doing good for others

Lori Larsen, Camrose Booster Amanda, left, daughter Paige and son Porter Dyer hold up a few of the items generously donated to the Kinette Club Silent Santa initiative.

By Lori Larsen

Long-time Camrose Kinette Club member Amanda Dyer has been teaching her children the value of giving back and making other people’s happiness a priority.

After moving to Camrose in 1998, Amanda quickly realized a need to get out into the community, meet people and give of her time. “I moved to this community knowing no one,” said Amanda.

While on an assignment for work, Amanda met a young woman who was skating with the Camrose Rusty Blades who asked her if she would be interested in joining the club.

“I was a figure skater at one time and, even though I hadn’t skated in awhile, I thought I could probably do this. The woman also said she was involved in Kinettes. All I knew about Kinettes at the time was my mom had one of their cookbooks.”

As a young person new to the community, Amanda thought this would be a wonderful opportunity to get to know people. “That was in the fall of 1998 and I haven’t looked back. It was a good fit and they welcomed me. It is a great sisterhood,” said Amanda of being a member of the Kinette Club.

Almost immediately Amanda felt a fervor for the club’s biggest project, Silent Santa – a program that she indicated has been running for at least 50 years.

“We (Kinettes)work with Jo-Anne Tweed (program director) at Camrose Neighbor Aid who does all our intake for us. The day before we start packing hampers, we get the list which gives us the gender and age of the recipients.

It is all kept confidential.

Then after we are done packing, the Lions Club come and get them for delivering.”

That is just the tip of the iceberg when it comes to the process required to make this amazing project

work. Prior to packing, the Kinette members, including Amanda, promote, gather, transport and store all the items donated which, in itself, takes time, energy and effort.

Last year, 400 hampers were made up then paired with food hampers and delivered to families in need.

Even as a full-time insurance broker and a busy mom of two delightful children, Amanda still manages to find time to give back. She and her husband Jim, who is an active member of the Camrose Kinsmen Club and the community as well, feel it is vital to instill the notion of giving into their children, 12-year-old son Porter and nine-year-old daughter Paige, who have both been very involved with the Silent Santa program since about the age of five.

During the move of items brought in for the Silent Santa initiative this year, Porter inquired as to when he first began helping. “I told him, you were there in your baby carrier,” laughed Amanda. “He would sit in his baby carrier while we packed hampers. He literally has been around it since the day he was born.”

Amanda said her daughter Paige, who has also been helping since she was very young, cannot wait to help out every year. “I was telling her the other day, this is Silent Santa week and this is what we (the Kinettes) are doing this day and that day.” Without hesitation and with the excitement of a nine-year-old, Paige quickly responded that she really wanted to help as much as she could.

“It is so heartwarming.

It is just a way of life for our family and we all embrace it.”

Now that both children are older, they are able to help even more with some of the more physically demanding aspects of the project. “At times, those extra arms and legs that don’t get tired as eas-

ily are so helpful,” smiled Amanda.

Both Porter and Paige also helped with selecting gifts for children ages 12 and up this year. “There are always gaps in what is provided – who doesn’t like to buy dump trucks and dollies,” noted Amanda. “It is the age group 12 and up that we use the monetary donations to go shopping and we did that on Sunday.

“They’re gifts that these families wouldn’t otherwise be able to afford.

Every little person deserves something special and if the community is going to give, we are going to give that right back.”

Amanda said how extremely grateful the Kinette Club is for the generous contributions of the community, including a big haul from the recent Charity Voluntary Checkstop.

“This community is amazing in what they will do to provide for and fill in the gaps. There are a lot of yes’s. We really do look after each other and that is the way it should be.”

All the remarkable volunteers will be busy packing hampers on Dec. 16 in a kind and generous effort to ready them for delivery and bring smiles to the faces of many children in the community.

Amanda encourages any woman looking to be part of a fun and giving group to join the Kinette Club. “Presently, we have nine ladies, all with jobs and children of varying ages. We just had a new member join this fall who said, ‘You guys are so much fun because it is so laid back.’ It is a chance to let loose, talk and share in each other’s joys and sorrows. It is easy to just work, work, work and come home and be in your little cocoon.

“And as our club continues to grow, we can do other projects,” said Amanda happily. While the club may be small in members, it is huge in heart, like Amanda.

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The Battle River Community Foundation awarded a $6,000 grant to the Camrose affiliate of KidSport Canada - Alberta.

The grant is from income from the Margaret and Bob Prestage Fund, the Troy Berg Memorial Fund, the Max and Lois McLean Fund and Community Funds.

The Battle River Community Foundation exists to support projects and programs, such as this, in East Central Alberta which benefit the local communities and have a positive impact on the future.

Grants from the Battle River Community Foundation are primarily made possible through the generosity of individual donors

and organizations that have created endowment funds. The principal of these endowment funds are kept intact and the income is made available annually to support local projects and organizations.

Since it was founded in 1995, the Battle River Community Foundation has granted over $5,000,000 to support community facilities and programs operated by organizations like KidSport Camrose.

To learn more about the KidSport Camrose, contact Kristy Smith at 780-681-1197.

To learn more about the Battle River Community Foundation contact Dana Andreassen, executive director, at 780-6790449.

Submitted Photo Battle River Community Foundation director Mike Rodin, left, presents the $6,000 cheque to Kristy Smith, chair of the local Camrose affiliate.

TOUR OF GIVING

Lori Larsen, Camrose Booster Members of the Tom Jackson’s Christmas 150 tour rehearsed for the evening concert held on Nov. 25 at the Camrose Regional Exhibition. Tom’s warm and welcoming manner was apparent as he rehearsed one of the traditional Christmas carols to be sung during the concert. The evening concert raised money which was donated to Camrose Neighbor Aid Center-Food Bank and other various not-for-profit organizations in Camrose. Money and food items were also collected during the entire Festival of Trees weekend held Nov. 24 to 26 and donated to the Camrose Food Bank.

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Hats off to the Kodiaks

By Jane Cherry-Lemire

Arts and sports together. What an excellent idea!

In 2016, the Camrose Arts Society found themselves in need of some extra fundraising in order to be able to deliver its many programs and special events.

After a conversation with Jason Heise he suggested talking to the Kodiaks coach Boris Rybalka to see if there was anything we could do together to help raise some funds.

Knowing that paint nights are popular it was decided that we would hire Tara K Studios to facilitate a paint afternoon for the Kodiak hockey players and Boris. They each created a painting that depicted a hockey player wearing the player’s jersey number. Once these creations were done the boys went out to businesses and family members to see if they would purchase the pieces with all funds going to the Arts Society. The support was awesome and this proved to be a great partnership! I cannot say anything but positive things about Boris and the young men who make up the Kodiaks team. They show true community spirit with a smile always!

For 2017, the Kodiaks approached the Arts Society to see if they wanted to work together again! Of course the answer was yes and we set out to come up with an idea. This year we decided to make the boys and the coaches the brunt of the fundraiser in a more specific way. We hired caricaturist Simon Glasson from Edmonton to create caricatures of everyone with the idea that they would once again approach businesses and others to purchase the caricatures. Many businesses did just that and any that were still for purchase went to silent auction at the November 26th game.

Simon did a great job and was on hand at the game to do caricatures for the fans also. Many who had theirs done, left a donation for the Arts Society.

In total, just over $4,700 was raised. The Camrose Arts Society is very appreciative of the support and efforts of Boris, Jason, Kodiaks, businesses, family members and all who placed bids and left donations at the game. The money raised will help the Camrose Arts Society in providing valuable programs and special events for children and adults throughout the year.

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Murray Green, Camrose Booster Grade 1 St. Patrick School student Brooklyn Badry was named Camrose Fire Department Fire Chief of the Day on Nov. 28. She received several prizes along with the opportunity to see the firefighters in action. From left to right, firefighter Duncan McDougall, fire and life safety educator Jeff Knopf, mom Natasha Badry, Brooklyn, brother Tyeler Badry and Fire Chief Peter Krich.

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The Camrose Church of God is hosting the fifth annual free Community Christmas Dinner held on Dec. 23, at 4722-55 Street.

Doors will open at 3:30 p.m. and dinner will be served from 5 until 7:30 p.m.

“It is a really exciting event and we are overwhelmed about it being our fifth year considering is started from just an idea on a napkin,” said one of the organizers Steve Mitts.

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Lori Larsen, Camrose Booster Steve Mitts, one of the Community Dinner organizers, welcomes anyone to the come and join in a celebration of togetherness.

The humble beginning of just an idea has turned into one of Camrose’s most treasured Christmas events that has fed hundreds of people in a joyous family setting.

“The whole meal is designed to serve the community,” said Mitts. “We feel blessed to be able to serve the community in such a powerful and wonderful way.”

People from all sectors of the community come together for this event to share in the truer sense of the season, to enjoy a meal and spend time as part of a larger community or, more importantly, family.

It is for Augustana students who may not have an opportunity to travel home, refugees or new residents to Camrose who want to experience the giving spirit of the community, people who may find themselves alone during the holiday season or anyone interested in joining others in food and togetherness. “This event is not designed for those who are necessarily down on their luck and may just need a meal, but is inclusive of anybody who wants to be part of a Christmas family setting. We understand that Christmas can be hard for some individuals and this may be a reprieve for them for a evening.”

Last year, the event fed over 250 guests and

organizers anticipate those numbers could rise to close to 300 this year.

With hosting the event the day before Christmas Eve, organizers also feel it will be even more special.

“We can make it so it is a real Christmas dinner,” delighted Mitts. “Families will be inviting other family members to come for Christmas, so why not experience it here at a free community-attended meal.”

With doors opening at 3:30 p.m., the hosts are inviting people to come before the dinner service and have a cup of coffee, listen to some soft live music and enjoy the company of others in a warm and inviting environment.

Guests are encouraged to relax in other areas of the church while waiting to be seated for dinner at which point they will be ushered to the dining area on the lower floor. Elevators are available for people with mobility challenges.

With the growth of the event comes the need for more volunteers to assist in areas such as the kitchen, dining room service (cleaning and setting tables), set up and take down and ushering guests.

All donations for the event are graciously welcome including food or cash. This year, the Church of God will be officially presenting the event and therefor able to offer receipts for any cash donations.

“Our corporate sponsorship grows every year,” remarked Mitts. “Businesses come forward even

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For more information on how to include your photos and stories: The Bawlf History Book, Box 82, Bawlf, Alberta T0B 0J0

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RON PEDERSON 780-373-2255 lindaron@ymail.com

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when some of them are experiencing difficult times. They still give a donation because they understand the importance of this event.”

Organizers will be handing out cards containing all the information about the dinner at the church and will also

be providing them to The Open Door, Camrose Women’s Shelter, University of Alberta Augustana Campus, Camrose Neighbor Aid Center and Food Bank, Martha’s Table, Camrose Association for Community Living, Camrose Refugee Centre and other churches.

Bawlf and District History Book Volume II (official name forthcoming) is in the planning stages. This new book will continue documenting our community’s history from 1980 to present day, and those who live or have lived in the community are invited to submit their stories.

In addition to vital statistics like birth dates, deaths and marriages, we want to hear stories about school days, sporting events, and life in general! It’s your submissions that will make this project a success, and our book will not be complete without them!

Anyone who would like to volunteer with the Church of God Community Christmas dinner or who are wishing to make a donation can contact Steve Mitts at 780-781-5019, Theo Stad at 780-2318982, or the Church of God (Louise) at 780-672-3461.

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In order for our staff to have the same, we will CLOSE (barricade the driveways) at 4:00 p.m. on Sat., Dec. 23rd and re-open at 8:00 a.m. on Wed., Dec. 27th.

We will CLOSE (barricade the driveways) at 4:00 p.m. on Sat., Dec. 30th and re-open at 8:00 a.m. on Tues., Jan. 2nd, 2018.

Please respect this time off, as it is the only time of year we are completely closed.

Please do not dump your recycling and/or garbage in our driveways during this time of closure.

Sincerely, Recycle with Centra Cam staff and management

TRAIN HOBBY

Murray Green, Camrose Booster Ken Morrison of Diesel Horse Hobbies displays a train engine that was part of his booth at the local model train swap meet at the Camrose United Church on Nov. 25. The event was a success and will likely lead to another event in the future.

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Chamber members put books under the tree

By Lori Larsen

Camrose and District Chamber of Commerce members attending the Dec. 6 general meeting held at the Camrose Regional Exhibition, dug into their pockets to support the Books Under the Tree campaign. Over $600 was raised in the short one and a half hour luncheon.

The funds will be used to purchase books for children of families in Camrose and area who may not have the means to do so themselves.

Lori Larsen, Camrose Booster Camrose and District Chamber of Commerce member Tim Vant puts in a donation towards the Books Under The Tree campaign.

Camrose Family Literacy (part of the Camrose and Area Adult Learning Council) program coordinator Lynne Hartwick informed attendees at the luncheon on the importance of early literacy.

Family Literacy supports families with preschool children by assisting parents in providing an atmosphere in their homes

that is conducive to early learning.

In referring to an Early Development Instrument (EDI) used to determine what level children are at prior to entering kindergarten Hartwick said. “Over the last few years the EDI showed that, province and Camrose wide, approximately 75 per cent of kindergarten children have the skills they need to succeed in school when they come to kindergarten. That means 25 per cent of children don’t and that is a big percentage. When children start kindergarten a little bit behind it has an affect overall.

“There are a lot of families in Camrose that need extra help and quite often we go into homes that have very few books or no books in their home.”

Hartwick added that having books in the home can really make a difference in a child’s education.

Books Under the Tree

“Our goal with the Books Under the Tree campaign is to try to have one really good quality book for every child in families receiving the Christmas hampers.”

Hartwick noted that Battle River School Division staff gave the campaign an early start this year by donating $560, money from their Wear Jeans to Work initiative. Staff pay a fee for the privilege of wearing jeans to work then turn around and give the funds to a local charitable program or organization.

In this instance the Books

Camrose Family Literacy program coordinator Lynne Hartwick speaks to attending Chamber members about the importance of early literacy.

Under the Tree program was selected.

“I was able to pick up 152 really good children’s books with that money,” said Hartwick happily.

“We have had some other donations as well and with what you have donated today we will get as many more as we possibly can.”

Hartwick indicated that the campaign has plenty of books for children up to the age of five or six, but lack books for school aged children.

BRSD on reading

Battle River School Division relations advisor Diane Hutchinson also spoke on the importance of early literacy. “We are so excited and thrilled that the Family Literacy group were able to purchase 152 books, because we understand what happens when children don’t have literacy in their lives.”

Hutchinson added that due to changing times,

traditional ways of teaching children to read is not enough. “We need to ensure that every student has the skills they need to continue to adapt in the world and also to have a desire to keep learning and take what they learn in one situation and transfer that into a different situation.”

Hutchinson quoted statistics indicating that today’s college graduates, in the 15 years post graduation, will have between 10 and 14 jobs. “About a third of those jobs don’t even exist yet. This is a level of change that is new and different and we need to help our children be ready for that in ways that we never had to do before.”

Hutchinson went on to say that by these new standards one third of adults in Canada are functionally illiterate and that as business owners the concern lays in the costs associated with orientation and training of employees with lower literacy and comprehension skills.

“This is why we want books and language to be part of a child’s home experience. If children don’t get those basic skills they fall behind and that makes it really hard to catch up.”

Hutchinson referred to the Battle River Community Foundation Reading University summer program and how the four week program is designed to help those children who need a little extra help in learning how to read. “Since 2009 we have helped about 450 to 500 students. It gets children to the point where

Battle River School Division relations coordinator Diane Hutchinson provides valuable information on the connection between early literacy and future success in the lives of children.

they are reading at grade level and they can move on and succeed.

“We give them a book to keep and some of them will tell us it is the first book they have ever owned or they don’t have books in their home,” said Hutchinson about the excitement the Reading University students feel towards getting their very own book to keep.

“Through the Books Under The Tree campaign we expose children to books and make sure they have books in their houses. Anyway we can support families to make it easier for them to bring reading into their house. That is really a Christmas present for me.”

For more information on family literacy and Books Under the Tree campaign contact the Camrose and Area Adult Learning Council at 780-672-8754.

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The automotive section of

Landals goes places with his Dodge Polara

By Murray Green

When Vern Landals was a teenager, he dreamed of owning a 1964 Dodge Polara with a lot of horsepower.

His dream came true through some hard work.

“This is a California model that a guy brought up unrestored and then I bought it from him. It came with a 426-cubic-inch street car motor, not a max wedge (maximum performance wedge), which was the ultimate model,” explained Vern.

“My youngest son had most of the equipment to change it over to a 426 max wedge out of it, so we did. It is a lot more fun now (and a dream come true).

“It has a little more pep to it now. This is what they used before they had the hemi engine. Racers used the same intake as a hemi has with this motor.”

It features two Edelbrock 600 cfm carbs, hemigrind cam, A518 automatic transmission with overdrive, shift kit and a sure grip rear end. The car was finished and painted by Jamie Landals, Vern’s son.

“The hemi engine actually replaced this engine.

I’m a Chrysler muscle car kind of guy. I’ve rebuilt lots of cars over the years, but this is my favourite.”

A new “C” pillar for the hardtop coupes, combined with the more attractive front- and rear-end styling, made the ‘64s look totally new, resulting in a significant increase of sales over 1963.

“I like cars. I’ve been a gear head for a long time.

I built them in Camrose before moving to Sedgewick. I like them all, I’ve built a 1968 Charger, 1965 Thunderbird convertible, 1956 Cadilliac convertible and 1963 Galaxie convertible, but I’m down to just this one now.”

Vern was well known as a boiler maker and billiard hall owner in Camrose and Wetaskiwin, prior to retiring in Sedgewick.

“I’m to the point that I can’t build them anymore.

This one is my keeper. I got out of high school in 1964 and these just had come out and the roof line on this car just floored me,

MEAN MACHINE

Murray Green, Camrose Booster The Dodge Polara was often unassuming on first glance, but the 426 engine quickly turned heads on the streets. Vern Landals snapped up the opportunity to add this California model to his collection. Now it is his keeper.

I loved it. The one I saw in the showroom in 1964 was black like this one and had tinted windows and the same interior as this.

This car brings back a lot of memories for me.”

The 1964 Polara 500 option cost $170, bringing the starting price of a convertible to about $3,227.

Other models were listed for less.

“The surprise in restoring this car wasn’t on my side. The guy that went to California to pick it up and brought it home, along with a parts car, didn’t get along too good with his wife at that time and they split up.

He had to sell it, which was in my favour. He advertised it in the paper. My son saw it for sale and advised me that it was rust-free. So I grabbed the car trailer and a pocket full of money and down to where the car was.

I made a deal to buy both the car and the parts car.”

He paid $2,500 and it is worth about $50,000

now after restoration. That doesn’t include the labour he put into it. “I wouldn’t sell it for less than that because it means a lot to me.”

The Polara had a rear wheel drive, a front positioned engine and a fourdoor sedan body style.

“You don’t get your money back because, by the time you order parts and pay shipping costs, it adds up really fast. It is starting to get too expensive to restore a car anymore.”

The basic body of the 1962 model continued until 1964, revised and lengthened by the new Chrysler vice-president of styling, Elwood Engel.

“I used to be able to restore a car with all of the body work, new interior and paint for about $20,000. You can’t do it for that anymore. Now it would be over $50,000 to restore one like this.”

Although Vern has also retired from restoring

classics, he still loves to admire the beautiful muscle machines of the ‘60s.

The Polara continued as Dodge’s sporty mid-size model featuring an engine-

turned anodized aluminum trim strip along the car’s flanks, bucket seats and deluxe vinyl upholstery.

“They just don’t make them like that anymore.”

Car or Truck Memorabilia?

Perhaps you own vintage automotive repair or diagnostic tools. Tell us what you have. Or perhaps you have terrific memories or tales from being in the trade.

Allow us to share your stories.

Contact Murray Green, News Reporter Phone 780.672.3142 Email murrayg@camrosebooster.com

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Police caution against using unsecure public WIFI Dec. 4

After using hotel WIFI, a victim reported three eTransfers were posted to her account.

Camrose RCMP, Camrose Police Service and Vision Credit Union are working together on this file. Be cautious when using unsecure public WIFI. Dec. 1

Police responded to a report of a subject

breaching his Recognizance Conditions. The 40-year-old male was arrested, charged and remanded.

Four propane tanks were stolen overnight from the New Norway gas bar. Police are investigating. Report any suspicious activity to Camrose RCMP. Police also received over 25 reports of ani-

mal collisions, three reports of speeding/erratic driving and one suspicious persons complaint.

If you have any information regarding any of the above mentioned incidents that may lead to an arrest, contact your local RCMP Detachment at 780-672-3342 during business hours or Crime Stoppers Tips at 1-800-222-8477.

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By Lori Larsen

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The City of Camrose has begun a planning process to revitalize, re-imagine, and rediscover the downtown area through the Downtown Area Redevelopment Plan (DARP).

“Downtown Camrose has always been the economic, social and cultural heart of Camrose and an important part of the community’s overall identity,” said Mayor Norm Mayer, “This plan will help ensure that it not only stays this way, but that it will thrive even more.”

City of Camrose director of planning and development, Aaron Leckie, explained the premise behind DARP. “There are certain principles that need to be addressed, most significantly is the amount of vacant and under-utilized land downtown. There is over a million square feet of just bare land that isn’t really contributing a lot to the urban environment. We would like to see development on those parcels.”

As opposed to the City just making decisions regarding best options for moving this plan forward, they are reaching out to the public to hear their suggestions through a series of public engagement activities beginning in February and through the City website and blog.

“Some residents have really good ideas about how long store hours should be available, what types of businesses are missing downtown, how certain businesses can improve

their marketing and sales tactics to encourage sales and diversify the economy,” remarked Leckie.

“The City has a couple of key goals, but we are really going to the public with more of an open agenda. What can we do about these vacant lands downtown? What are some major principles? What works and what doesn’t?

Should we follow the traditional heritage feel of Main Street and try to replicate that in other areas of downtown or do we want to see modern buildings with modern construction practices? ” Leckie suggested that these would be some of the questions the City would like to see answered.

“And one of the big questions: do we try to imitate and follow what is already there or do we try to build something new that fits into downtown but, in the long term, will contribute to urban development?”

Leckie said the existing Downtown Action Plan, which came into effect in 2007, didn’t really comment on the types of incentives or ways in which vacant lands could be developed.

Noting the Downtown Action Plan had not been updated for 10 years, City administration broached City council about the need to rewrite it from a standpoint of keeping up with modern building and market trends and identifying what type of housing/development people want. The Downtown Area Redevelopment Plan will reinforce and update some of the

guidelines in the existing Downtown Action Plan.

“We noticed downtown is an area where we really could get some significant development without bulldozing a bunch of older homes or buildings that still contribute quite a bit,” Leckie said. “This is an opportunity to have intervention without a lot of impact.”

In speaking of residential housing in the downtown area, Leckie noted the number of residential units downtown doubled between 2006 and 2016.

“We went from about 250 to about 500 units in the downtown area. People are wanting to live close to where they work, close to certain shopping destinations and amenities.” Other than green-filled communities, Leckie said the downtown is the area that is growing the fastest in Camrose.

“It made sense for the City to do this plan. We now have in-house resources that we have never had before. Previously, we would rely on a lot of expertise outside the organization and that always cost money.”

Doing the majority of the work in-house not only saves resources and money, but allows the City to build up the capacity of City staff who actually live in Camrose. “We tried to come up with more of a made-inCamrose model across all of our planning processes.”

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Lori Larsen, Camrose Booster Camrose Royal Purple members donated funds to several organizations on Nov. 16. Honoured Royal Lady Marge Lynch presented a cheque, on behalf of the Camrose Royal Purple, to Camrose Kinette Club representatives Amanda Dyer and nine-year-old daughter Paige for the Silent Santa Campaign. The Salvation Army, also received a donation of funds.

Lori Larsen, Camrose Booster Honoured Royal Lady Marge Lynch presented a cheque, on behalf of the Camrose Royal Purple, to Camrose Neighbor Aid (Food Bank) program coordinator Jo-Anne Tweed to help supply food to those in need in Camrose.

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Tyler Jordan Broz December 6, 1998 ~ November 25, 2017 Tyler Jordan Broz, beloved son and friend to many, passed away suddenly on November 25, 2017 from complications of Type 1 Diabetes. Tyler was born on December 6, 1998 in his hometown of Calgary, Alberta at the Rockyview Hospital before moving to Camrose in 2005 to be closer to family.

He was an old soul taken from us too soon.

At a young age, he enjoyed swimming, Timbit’s soccer and TaeKwan-Do. He was introduced to skating and hockey at the age of 8 and it quickly became his passion and he spent many hours at goalie camps, arenas and hanging with his buddies in the locker room. His love of hockey also led him to his first job as a hockey referee, and he loved being with the younger players.

Ty was an only child who made friends easily, enjoyed having buddies over every weekend, sleeping over at friends’ houses, playing smockey hockey and staying up late playing video games.

In August 2017, he moved with his best friend Paige Haugen and her family to Kamloops, British Columbia and attended Valleyview Secondary School. He was set to graduate in January 2018, finally achieving his goal of graduating high school.

After graduation, he planned to travel for a bit (as that was his deepest passion) before pursuing university, and was interested in architectural design or becoming a lawyer.

Ty had the good fortune to travel to many places in his short life: Mexico, Dominican Republic, Jamaica, Washington, DC, Las Vegas, Bahamas, Costa Rica and Thailand. His most cherished travel experience was to the Philippines where he met family, made new friends and was fully immersed in the culture.

Tyler will be fondly remembered, loved and deeply missed by his parents Bruce and Stephanie Broz, his Gammie Holly Guest, Grandpa Dennis Rusinak, Grandparents Sharon and Ray Altstadt (Sedgewick), Grandma Lynda Broz; his Uncle Wally and Aunt Ana Broz (Hardisty); his cousins Jared (Paige), Brandon (Brandy), Nicholas, Jessica, Chad (Kira) and Oliver. He is now resting peacefully with his Grandpa Keith and his Aunt Lila.

Ty will be remembered for his beautiful smile that could light up a room, his sense of humor and his struggle with diabetes.

He had a soft spot for cats and little kids, especially his newest cousin Oliver. He enjoyed playing video games, listening to music and eating midnight dinners of steak and fish sticks.

In Ty’s memory, donations are gratefully accepted to the Alberta Diabetes Foundation to help find a cure for Type 1 Diabetes.

A Funeral Service was held at 11:00 a.m. on Friday, December 8, 2017 from CityLights Church, Camrose, with Rev. Clayton Milgate officiating.

If family and friends so desire, memorial contributions are gratefully accepted to the Alberta Diabetes Foundation.

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In loving memory of

Kenneth Wold January 6, 1938 ~ December 16, 2016 We thought of you today, But that is nothing new.

We thought about you yesterday And days before that, too.

We think of you in silence, We often speak your name.

All we have are memories, and your picture in a frame.

Your memory is a keepsake from which we’ll never part.

God has you in His arms, we have you in our hearts. ❤ Always, Your Family

For more information on The Camrose Booster Obituary Page, contact your funeral director or the Camrose Booster

Robert Willard Manning October 10, 1930 ~ November 28, 2017 Bob was born in Hughenden, passed away in Hardisty and called the farm near Amisk home. He was a quiet and private man with his family, farm and friends meaning everything to him.

Participating in sports was important in his younger years, playing hockey or curling and baseball as the seasons dictated. He remained a sports fan, especially for the CFL, cheering on the Edmonton Eskimos to the end.

Bob also had a wonderful, subtle sense of humour, enjoying seeing and sharing the lighter side of life with a smile, roll of the eyes or a rise of his bushy eyebrows.

Resourceful in his youth, he often trapped and hunted to obtain hides to sell. Early photos are a testament to his success, especially one season where he was able to purchase a watch with the proceeds.

On February 28, 1953, he married Arlene Abrassart and, soon after, they started a family. Bob began a career selling insurance, but an accident to his father meant he was needed full time on the farm. He was able to make use of the welding course he had taken in Edmonton to repair the farm machinery.

Bob is survived, loved and very much missed by Arlene; their daughter Connie Kraft (Gordon); son Kevin Manning (Cindy); grandchildren Niki Pettifor (Dave), Travis Manning (Tanya), Tracy Whidden (Malcolm) and Tiffany Davis (Kent); and his brother Donald Manning (Shirley). Bob looked forward to and delighted in visits from all his grandchildren and great-grandchildren Layla, Ethan, Lizzie, Paige, Addison, Alivia, Isaiah, Hayden and Josie.

He was predeceased by two infant sons and his parents Erol and Algerene Manning.

A family graveside service will be held at the Amisk Bethany Cemetery in the spring.

Quietly remembered every day, Sadly missed along life’s way.

No longer in our lives to share, But in our hearts, you’re always there.

Memorial donations in Bob’s memory would be welcome to Hardisty Hospital Auxiliary, Amisk Bethany Cemetery, Hughenden Firefighter’s Association or a charity of your choice.

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Colleen Cheryl Hartman April 19, 1959 ~ December 7, 2017 Colleen Cheryl Hartman of Camrose passed away on December 7, 2017 at the age of 58 years after a courageous battle with cancer.

Left to cherish her memory are her husband Ken; stepdaughters Kim and Tara (Guy); grandchildren Nathan and Sophia; stepfather Peter Suchy; sister Karen Hissett; and numerous extended family, friends and clients.

Colleen was predeceased by her father William Chupka, and mother Gertrude Chupka.

A private family service will be held at a later date. If family and friends so desire, memorial contributions are gratefully accepted to the Camrose and Area Animal Shelter Society.

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Lillian “Effie” Dunkerley February 28, 1923 ~ December 1, 2017 Lillian “Effie” Dunkerley of Camrose, formerly of Daysland, Alberta, passed away on Friday, December 1, 2017 at the age of 94 years.

No formal public service will be held.

To send condolences, please visit www.burgarfuneralhome. com.

Douglas Albert Riske January 30, 1955 ~ December 7, 2017 Douglas Albert Riske of Edberg passed away on Thursday, December 7, 2017 at the age of 62 years.

Left to cherish his memory are his wife Sherry; daughters Dianna (Jordon) Banack of Round Hill and Lisa (Charles) Kohler of Camrose; parents Dorothy and Dale Tinis of Wetaskiwin; brother Eldon (Brenda Anderson) of Ferintosh; and sisters Elaine (Richard) Maio of Edmonton and Judy (Robbin) Lessard of Falkland, BC. Doug was predeceased by his father John; and nephew Kevin Maio.

A Funeral Service was held at 1:00 p.m. on Tuesday, December 12, 2017 from Burgar Memorial Chapel with Rev. Garfield Vikse officiating.

If family and friends so desire, memorial contributions are gratefully accepted to the Lakeview Cemetery, Edberg or to the charity of one’s choice.

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Dorothy Ellen Meyer June 17, 1945 ~ November 29, 2017 Dorothy Ellen (Innes) Meyer, loving wife of 54 years to Gary J. Meyer; mother to Kim Meyer-Lucas (Alan), Tammy-Rae Syrnyk (Allen), Sherry Loesch (Bradley), Bradley Meyer (Tammy); and grandmother to Jasmine Barth (David), Paris Loesch (Matthew), Corbin Loesch, Kelsey Rae Syrnyk, Skylar Syrnyk, Taytem Syrnyk, Brett Meyer and Garett Meyer; made her journey to heaven on November 29, 2017.

Dorothy was born on June 17, 1945 and was a vibrant spirit whose dynamic personality naturally drew others near her. Her signature color was red and she ‘wore it’, ‘decorated with it’ and ‘drove it’ very well during her lifetime, and we wondered if it stemmed from her Scottish roots! Her passion for singing and playing music was nurtured from an early age by her musically gifted parents, Steve and Vida Innes. Her memory of being surrounded by music was a natural occurrence for herself and her siblings Stephen, Gordon, Verna, Elaine and Darlene, in their childhood home. Her exceptional voice and love for the guitar was shared in her home as Gary harmonized along on many community stages, with friends and family around the campfire at the Fork Lake, AB, or anywhere that guitar would travel including their second home in Queen Creek, AZ where her newly established friend group gathered round. She valued all forms of artistry including poetry, novels, stage plays, fashion design, home decorating and hosting beautiful, seemingly effortless, dinner parties for family and friends. She never hesitated to assist when called upon to lend support to others who valued her artistic eye! Dorothy could magically ‘fancy up’ an ordinary day and make it feel special for those around her.

Dorothy and Gary spent their early married years in Kelsey, AB as they purchased Dorothy’s Grandmother (Zimmerman) Burke’s original homestead. In 1966, they purchased a farm at Spring Lake, AB, where they raised their four children and instilled the gift of family values. In 1981, there was another move into their new home in Daysland, AB, and the town life experience began.

Dorothy loved her many job opportunities in Daysland such as a hostess at Blatz’s Steak House, Calgary Power office administration and Canada Postal clerk before establishing the Daysland Bottle Depot alongside her life partner, Gary. Community members would remark and marvel at how these two could work together fluently day after day. Dorothy would comment that ‘Marriage isn’t always easy, but it is worth the effort!’ Their retirement years were filled with attending family events, traveling with their dearest friends and many global adventures, but Dorothy always believed ‘Maui still won’ as her favorite destination.

It is with amazing grace that we shared our Mother’s last earthly moments. She loved deeply and the love that came back from her husband, children and grandchildren was palpable.

She was prepared for the final journey and her trust in our Lord Jesus calmed her spirit and brought peace to us all. Will the circle be unbroken by and by, Lord, by and by, there’s a better home a-waiting in the sky, Lord, in the sky…

A special memorial celebration for Dorothy will be held in the spring of 2018. Donations in her memory can be made to the charity of one’s choice and the family would like to thank you for this consideration.

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Edward William Haesloop May 1, 1936 ~ December 1, 2017 Edward Haesloop of Ohaton, Alberta passed away on Friday, December 1, 2017 at the age of 81 years.

Ed was predeceased by his parents John and Bertha Haesloop; and brothers Rudy and John.

A private family graveside service will be held.

If family and friends so desire, memorial contributions are gratefully accepted to the Camrose and Area Animal Shelter Society.

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Clarence Henry Graumann July 23, 1934 ~ December 8, 2017 Clarence Henry Graumann passed away on Friday December 8, 2017 at the age of 83 years.

Clarence is survived by his wife Blanche; two children Joe (Kim) Graumann of Edmonton and Shelley Frost of Beaumont; four grandchildren Melissa (Taylor) Inglis of Edmonton, Amber (Jacob) Meliefste of Edmonton, Erin (Justin) Gelderman of Edmonton and Jacqueline Frost of Camrose; one great-grandchild Madison Inglis of Edmonton; one brother Ernie Graumann of Edmonton; and two sisters Laura (Archie) Williams of Hannah, AB and Shirley Stewart of Maple Ridge, BC. Clarence was predeceased by his parents Albert and Emma Graumann; and three sisters Ruby Morrow, Edna Adolf and Bertha Melnyk.

A funeral service will be held on Thursday, December 14, 2017 at 2:00 p.m. from Camrose United Church.

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Charles Brian Crozier November 12, 1947 ~ November 17, 2017 It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Charles B. Crozier of Camrose, formerly of Perryvale and Blackfalds, Alberta, on Friday, November 17, 2017 at the age of 70 years with his family by his side. He was born in Estevan, Saskatchewan.

Charles (Chuck) will be deeply missed by Gail, his wife of 43 years; son Ryan (Carrie); daughter Kelsey; three grandchildren William, Kathryn and Abi; sister Carol (Cal) Spencer; sisters-in-law Judy Crozier, Marilyn (Bob) Keys and Joyce Gibson; brother-in-law Ken (Gloria) Gibson; and numerous cousins, nieces and nephews.

Charles was predeceased by his parents R. Charles and Edna Crozier; and brother William Crozier.

You could build anything, grow anything, and fix anything but this.

You meant so much to all of us, this is what we are going to miss.

With tear-filled eyes, we watched as you so quickly faded away.

Even though we loved you so much, we couldn’t ask you to stay.

A golden heart stopped beating today, putting hard working hands to rest.

Angels took you away, showing us they only take the best.

A memorial for family and friends will be held at a later date.

In lieu of flowers, and for those that so wish, donations can be made to St. Mary’s Hospital Palliative Care Unit.

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Lyle Norman Bowie January 27, 1927 ~ December 13, 2007 Remember him with a smile today, He was not one for tears.

Reflect instead on memories Of all the happy years.

Recall to mind the way he spoke And all the things he said.

His strength, his stance, the way he walked, Remember these instead.

The good advice he’d give us, His eyes that shone with laughter, So much of him will never die, But live on ever after.

As we loved you, so we miss you, In our memory, you are near.

Loved, remembered, longed for always, Bringing many a silent tear.

Love, your family

Robert Burt

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Robert Earl Alexander Burt of Camrose passed away on November 30, 2017 in Camrose at the age of 76 years.

Robert is survived by his wife Mary; children Robert and Lisa (Keith); grandchildren Ally, Brittaney and Carter; sisters Tina, Marilyn, Elaine and Sheila; brother David; nieces, nephews, relatives and friends.

A private family service will take place at a later date.

Memorial donations may be made to the Camrose Legion or to the Alberta Cancer Foundation.

David Downing of Edmonton passed away on December 3, 2017 at the age of 64 years.

David is survived by his brother Don; sisters Dorothy Swanson and Linda (Ken) Knipe; nieces, nephews relatives and friends.

He was predeceased by his parents and by his sister Carol.

A funeral service was held December 9, 2017 at Weber Mount Pleasant Funeral Chapel, Camrose, AB. Memorial donations may be made to the Century Meadows Cemetery.

Dale Robert Stephenson of Camrose passed away on Saturday, December 9, 2017 at the age of 69 years.

Dale is survived by his two children Michael Stephenson of Edmonton and Angela (Jason) Blacker of Calgary; and companion Debbie Nielsen of Edmonton.

Dale was predeceased by the mother of his children Stephania Stephenson.

A funeral service will be held on Saturday, December 16, 2017 at 11:00 a.m. from Burgar Memorial Chapel.

Inurnment will follow at a later date in Fort McLeod Cemetery.

Memorial contributions are gratefully accepted to Louise Jensen Center (Hawthorne Cottage) or to Camrose and District Animal Shelter.

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Five strong women changed Alberta

By Murray Green

Five Alberta women were featured by the Rotary Club of Camrose speaker series on Monday, Dec. 4 at the Camrose Resort Casino.

Alberta’s Famous Five were petitioners in the groundbreaking Persons Case. Led by judge Emily Murphy, the group included Henrietta Muir Edwards, Nellie McClung, Louise Crummy McKinney and Irene Parlby were involved in a case brought before the Supreme Court of Canada in 1927 and later decided by the Judicial Council of Britain’s Privy Council (1929), Canada’s highest court at the time.

Together, the five women had many years of active work in various campaigns for women’s rights dating back to the 1880s and ‘90s and they enjoyed a national and, especially in the case of McClung, an international reputation among reformers.

At the time of their victory, the media dubbed the group the Alberta Five.

Over time, as the case took on a privileged position in Canadian women’s history, the group became popularly known as the Famous Five. They have come to represent an entire generation’s political activism, including an earlier, nationwide campaign for women’s suffrage.

More recently, the case has attracted renewed controversy. Some see the Famous Five as a symbol of modernity, women’s political rebellion and progress, and human rights more generally. Still others have criticized some members of the group as racist and elitist and see their accomplishments as tarnished by associations with the eugenics movement.

Reactions to the Famous Five have varied widely, but the significance of their contribution to the development of women’s rights in Canada was underscored in 2000 with the dedication of a bronze statue called Women Are Persons by Edmonton artist Barbara Paterson in Ottawa and Calgary (1999).

Register the Friday before each event by calling 780-679-4657 (leave a message) or email RotaryCamrose@gmail.com.

The next event is on Monday, Jan. 15 at 11:45 a.m. with Frank Farley, presented by Dr. Glen Hvenegaard at the Camrose Resort Casino.

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UKRAINIAN CATHOLIC CHURCH BAKE SALE – Saturday, Dec. 16, 8:30 a.m. to 12 noon. Perogies, cabbage rolls, baking, crafts, etc. Little White Church on the Lake, 5304-48A Avenue. Something for everyone!

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THANK YOU I WOULD LIKE TO THANK – all my relatives and friends for coming and making my 90th birthday so special. Thanks for all the gifts, cards and well wishes. A special thanks to my children and that wonderful limo ride. Also thanks to A-1 Catering for the lovely lunch. – Ruth Gibson THE FAMILIES OF LEO BJORNSON – sincerely thank everyone for their expressions of caring, cards, emails, prayers, hugs, flowers, memorials and food. Your thoughtfulness was overwhelming. Big thank yous to Dr. Morrow, Pastor David, the staff at Louise Jensen for their dedicated care, Rev. Annan for the service, the UCW ladies for lunch, and Cam from Burgar Funeral Home. In lieu of thank you cards, a donation has been made to Louise Jensen Centre.

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Experience working in manufacturing environment would be an asset. Knowledge of preventative maintenance of equipment is a must. Hours of work may vary.

Some evenings and weekends will be required. Wages dependent on experience. Please submit your resumé one of the following ways: In person to 3712-42 Ave., Camrose; Mail: 3712-42 Ave., Camrose, AB T4V 4W3; Fax: 780-608-2492; Email: office@ tiras.ca. We thank all applicants for applying. We will contact those for interviews.

LOOKING TO HIRE – a full-time employee for the Alliance Seed Cleaning Association. Duties to include, but are not limited to, as follows: Forklift Operation, Customer Sales and Service, Inventory Control, Responsible for Cleanliness and Organization of Shed, Help with Cleanliness of Whole Plant.

Please call 780-879-3927 with any questions or email resumés to: alliance@syban.net.

BA B Y S I T T E R / NA N N Y WANTED – Care for 3 year old boy, four hours each day Monday, Wednesday, Friday. $20/ hour. Start work immediately.

Send resumé to danaestpowell@ gmail.com.

SERVICES SELF-INKING STAMPS – Every shape, size, and colour.

We deliver, right to your office. Camrose Booster Ltd., 4925-48 St., Camrose. Call us at 780-672-3142.

J.D.’s SMALL ENGINE REPAIR, SALES & SERVICE – Ph. 780-672-7649.

JUNK TO THE DUMP – Free estimates. Garages, Basements, Yards, Light hauling. Tom – 780-678-1847.

DSS CONSTRUCTION Don’t put off those projects any longer! Give me a call and we can plan together.

Devin Meakins, Ph. 780-853-1080 R.J.’S CONSTRUCTION Renovations, bathrooms, additions and repairs.

Garages, concrete work.

Arborite and tiles.

20 years’ experience in Camrose Call Rob, 780-672-0521 McTAVISH DELIVERIES LTD. Local and long distance moving Storage Insured and bonded Where your business is appreciated 780-672-5242, Camrose HOUSECLEANING AVAILABLE – Friendly, reliable and thorough. Senior rates available. Call The Cleaning Fairy, 780-878-5096.

THE SHIRT OFF MY BACK TAILORING CLOSED for medical leave Watch this space or Facebook for updates @TheShirtOffMyBack Tailoring DAY HOME OPENING IN THE NEW YEAR! SPOTS AVAILABLE! I offer: nutritious meals and snacks, fun activities for children, a huge back yard for kids to play, a caring home where children will get top notch care. Lvl. 1 Day Care Certified, Health Care Aide Certificate.

For more info, call 780-608-1656

FOR LEASE COMMERCIAL BUILDING – 5031-46 Street, Camrose.

Available immediately. 18005400 sq. ft. in very nice building in great location on busy corner.

Lots of signage, fresh exterior paint, new roof, large parking lot. Fenced yard, overhead door access. Owner willing to renovate to accommodate tenant’s needs. Call 780-608-5222.

PRIME COMMERCIAL SPACE FOR LEASE Village Plaza, 4702-65 Street Next to Norsemen Inn, Smith Clinic, Duggan Mall, Duggan Cinemas 1,676 sq. ft., air conditioned Very well maintained building Ample parking for clients and staff Available January 1, 2018 Contact Daryl, 780-608-3288

FOR RENT FOR RENT ADS NOW UPLOADED TO The Camrose Booster Website DAILY! CAMROSE MOOSE HALL FOR RENT Ideal for weddings, banquets, any celebration or special occasion.

Call 780-672-2505 ROOMS FOR RENT in the Scotney and Jacqueline character homes. Both are 2.5 blocks from university in Camrose. Clean, quiet and bright. Rent is $495 - $600 monthly plus DD and includes WiFi, utilities, recycle pick-up, yard care and snow removal. Partially furnished w/ shared laundry. (Some rooms are fully furnished for international students.) This is an affordable, quality accommodation that fills quickly. (Some rooms still available.) No partiers, smokers or pets allowed. Reduced rate over the summer for students.

Please call Dave P., 780678-6163.

GREAT LOCATION – 2-bedroom suite. Newly renovated, spacious and bright.

Centrally located, clean, quiet, non-smoking building. No children, no pets. Yardwork, snow shovelling provided. One month free rent on 12-month occupancy.

Phone 780679-7090.

ONE MONTH FREE – New 2-bedroom townhouse, energy efficient, quiet, superior craftsmanship. Five appliances including dishwasher, and laundry. Local owner managed.

Seeking mature, responsible adult tenants. No smoking, no pets, no children. Yard work, snow shovelling provided. One month free rent on 1-year lease. 780-679-7090.

MID-CITY PROPERTY MANAGEMENT, 1017197 Alberta Ltd. For All Your Rental Needs We have: • Duplexes • Houses • 4-Plexes • Condos • Apartments • Storage and more!

Call 780-672-0662 or more info and listings or visit our ads on Kijiji TAMARACK PLACE Senior friendly community, smoke and pet-free.

Features a social room, elevator and on-site manager.

We are now accepting applications for our two-bedroom suites.

All suites contain five appliances, including in-suite washer and dryer.

Office hours: Monday - Friday, 9:00 a.m. - 12:00 noon Ph. 780-678-2621 PRIME DOWNTOWN OFFICE LOCATION – spacious 650 sq. ft., two offices, lobby area, lunchroom, elevator access. $700/mo. includes power, heat and water. Available immediately. 4917-50 Avenue.

780-679-5085.

3-BEDROOM OR 2-BEDROOM SUITES – Self contained or with shared laundry.

Walking distance to city centre and Augustana. 780-855-2240.

ONE- AND TWO-BEDROOM APARTMENTS – These clean and quiet apartments are located close to downtown at 4914-52A Street. Immediate possession. 780-672-6188. 780-6792170.

TWO-BEDROOM APT. SUITE – at 4402-49 Avenue.

Renovated and quiet all-adult building. $850/mo. includes heat and water. No pets or smokers. Immediate possession. 780672-5369 or 780-608-7556.

TOWNHOUSE – Threebedroom, two baths. One block to senior centre, single attached garage, finished basement.

Renovated, seven appliances.

Available immediately. 780360-1055.

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CHESTERFIELD – and three chairs. $100 for all. 780877-2255.

3-BEDROOM MOBILE HOME – Southside Mobile Park. Pets allowed, smoking considered. $1,250/mo. + $1,250 DD. Water included. 587785-2057. Ask for Melissa.

NICE QUIET PLACE – 4106-60 Street. One and two bedroom apartment suites, newly updated. Available immediately.

780-608-3820.

ONE-BEDROOM APT. – $775. DD $600. Water, heat, basic cable included. No pets, no partiers, no smokers. One month FREE with a one-year lease. Call Dennis 780-678-4368.

BITTERN LAKE History Book Volume II Perfect for Christmas! $50 Call 780-672-8648 or 780-672-4146

LOCALLY OWNED 4-PLEX Locally owned and operated four-plex, great location close to schools, university and downtown. Two-bedroom suites, open floor plan, five appliances, no shovelling snow or cutting grass maintained by owner.

Suites are like new, monthly rate very competitive. No pets, no smoking.

Call Rick, 780-608-5000 or George, 780-678-7610 for info or viewing.

SHORELINE APTS. – 4828-54 Street. One-bedroom with balcony, view of Mirror Lake. Bachelor with balcony, laundry included. 780-621-8495.

RENOVATED ACREAGE FARM HOUSE – 3 bedrooms, 5 appliances, security system.

Furnished or unfurnished. 20 minutes SE of Camrose, 4 miles off pavement. $1100/mo. plus utilities. 780-608-7376.

BRAND NEW, TWO-BEDROOMS, 1½ BATHS – 1040 sq. ft. located in Valleyview West, paved rear parking. Four brand new stainless steel appliances.

Washer and dryer. $1100 month, plus DD. Water and gas extra.

Available January 1. No smokers, animals or partiers. Call 780-878-1037.

HOUSEHOLD Folding 8-ft. Wooden tables – $30 each. 780877-2255.

ASSORTED ANTIQUE TABLES – $50 each. 780877-2255.

ASSORTED TABLES – $20 each. 780-877-2255.

9-DR AWER WOOD DRESSER – with removable mirror. $80. 780-877-2255.

5-DR AWER WOOD DRESSERS – $60 each. 780877-2255.

KITCHEN TABLES – $35 each. 780-877-2255.

KITCHEN CHAIRS – $15 each. 780-877-2255.

WROUGHT IRON TABLE – glass top. $50. 780-877-2255.

SNOWMOBILE 2014 SKI-DOO MXZ SPORT – 600 Liquid Cool short track. Reverse electric start, 70 km. 780-877-2429.

LIVESTOCK / FEED 91 ROUND BALES OF HAY – $50 each obo. 780672-6839.

REAL ESTATE APPROXIMATELY FIVE ACRES – 15 min. west of Camrose. Power and gas to property line. $164,000. Serious buyers only. Respond to Advertiser #335, c/o Camrose Booster Ltd., 4925-48 Street, Camrose, AB T4V 1L7.

MISC. TUPPERWARE CONTAINERS – with lids. $100 obo. 780-608-9416.

AUTO DADS – LOOKING FOR A CAR WITHOUT A BACK SEAT? Count on our classifieds.

We match up buyers and sellers.

Phone the Camrose Booster, 780-672-3142.

BOATS, RVS and CAMPERS LOVE CAMPING, BUT TIRED OF SHOVELLING SNOW OFF THE AWNING IN MAY? Say goodbye to your Gulfstream! Move it fast with a Camrose Booster classified.

Phone 780-672-3142.

Rural readers are asked to report missed deliveries and we will consult with your postmaster to ensure future deliveries.

780-672-3142 ads@camrosebooster.com 4925-48 Street, Camrose AB T4V 1L7

SEDGEWICK, AB 780-384-3080

Merry Christmas & Happy New Year!

PIPE – Tubing from 1 1/4” to 3 1/2”. Sucker rod - 3/4”, 7/8” and 1”. Line pipe and Casing also available. Wainwright, AB. 1-800-661-7858.

BOOT BOX – Pure wood with liner and mirrored back, $50. 780-877-2255.

SEWING MACHINE – with extra bobbins, needles. $70.

780-877-2255.

OIL STOVE – $70. 780877-2255.

RADIANT KEROSENE HEATERS – $50 each. 780877-2255.

FIREWOOD FOR SALE White poplar $200 Spruce $260, Pine $300 Tamarack $320, Birch $440 Delivery available Cheapest, highest quality wood around Call or text 780-361-7500

CHRISTMAS TREES FOR SALE Come out to Brian’s Tree Farm to pick out and take home your Christmas tree today. Prices are between $100 and $150 depending on the size.

We are open Monday to Friday, 8 am to 5 pm 45529 Range Road 172, Bawlf Call 780-678-0053

If you do not receive your copy of The Booster or pre-printed inserts, please report this to us by calling 780-672-3142. We will promptly re-deliver these to city households. Note that we do not have access to certain apartment buildings. In these cases, we ask you to contact your apartment manager to request delivery.

“Bikes To Big Rigs”

MISCELLANEOUS

ASSORTED BIRD CAGES – Steel, indoor. $30 each. 780877-2255.

CHORD ORGAN – with 20 music books. $40. 780-877-2255.

COLLECTION OF BLUE MOUNTAIN POTTERY – 780-373-2247.

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Council and Staff of Camrose County, Agricultural Service Board, Seed Cleaning Plant and West Dried Meat Lake Regional Landfill wish you and your family the best for a Happy and Safe Holiday Season.

Camrose County operations, including Transfer Sites, will be closed on the following dates during the Holiday Season: • Monday, Dec. 25, 2017 • Tuesday, Dec. 26, 2017

• Friday, Dec. 29, 2017 • Monday, Jan. 1, 2018

Regular office hours for ALL locations will resume Tuesday, January 2, 2018.

3755-43 Avenue, Camrose, AB T4V 3S8 Phone 780-672-4446 Fax 780-672-1008 Public Works 780-672-4449 Email county@county.camrose.ab.ca Website www.camrosecounty.ab.ca

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Mail to: Classified Ad Department, Camrose Booster Ltd. 4925-48 Street, Camrose, AB T4V 1L7 Phone: 780-672-3142 Fax: 780-672-2518 Email: ads@camrosebooster.com

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Agricultural Parts Manager

PART-TIME

We are looking for someone who: Represents the Parts Department in an up-beat manner to maximize a positive Customer experience by offering them superior parts solutions and also works with the other departments in the dealership to profitably execute on the company’s business plan.

Is able to effectively manage and sell the company’s products and services • Is punctual and organized • Has a positive outgoing personality • Likes meeting other people with diverse personalities • Strong interpersonal skills • Is a team player • Is able to work independently and aggressively • Is able to think strategically Job Responsibilities: • Ensure proper level, security and merchandising of parts inventories in warehouse and showroom • Prepare and execute the annual parts operating budget, goals and objectives • Work closely and collaboratively with the service department to ensure superior parts availability • Ensure accurate costing and crediting of all received and returned parts • Hire, train, motivate, guide and evaluate performance and image of all parts department staff • Prepare effective parts department employee work schedules with store hours • Work with suppliers to obtain best possible parts pricing, terms and return privileges WE WILL GIVE PREFERENCE TO INDIVIDUALS WITH: • Previous experience in agricultural equipment parts management • Enthusiasm about the agricultural industry WE WOULD LIKE TO OFFER YOU: • An exemplary health and dental benefits package; matching RRSP plan • A competitive compensation package We would like to thank all applicants in advance; however, only those selected to be interviewed will be contacted.

JOIN OUR TEAM and work in an environment that is both rewarding and positive.

ABOUT US: Agriterra Equipment is one of North America’s largest and fastest growing AGCO agricultural equipment dealers, currently with 10 locations. Our major brands MASSEY FERGUSON, GLEANER, FENDT, CHALLENGER, SUNFLOWER, ROGATOR, BOURGAULT, MORRIS and CUB CADET Consumer Products. We provide our customers with new and used equipment, complimented with superior product support through our parts and service departments.

Contact Blaine Heck by email at bheck@agriterraeq.com or at the following:

Apply within.

Full-time – Camrose Location

Certified Utility Arborist Battle River Power Coop is a cooperative electric utility in Central Alberta supplying electricity to about 8200 rural members. We have a staff of about 50 employees engaged in all aspects of power distribution from installation to maintenance to billing, all administered from the same office near Camrose, Alberta.

General Summary: • Responsible and accountable for the field activities related to utility vegetation maintenance, tools and equipment • Ensure operating expenses and controllable costs are within budget • Complete and accurate documentation as per applicable policies and procedures • Coordinate work schedule with staff and customers • Conduct daily tailboard meeting, documentation with crew members and ensure tailboards are completed • Provide support, training, mentoring and supervision to fellow employees and apprentices Qualifications: • Utility Tree Trimming (UTT) Certification in good standing from the Provincial Vegetation Mangers Association (PVMA) or equivalent • International Society of Arboriculture Certification would be an asset • Production Climbing and Rigging Certification would be an asset • Class 5 Driver’s License with air endorsement • Must have team experience - developed ability to communicate with members of team and to be able to easily comprehend and follow instructions - must work well with others • Previous experience in rural power distribution system brushing maintenance would be an asset • Good health, strong physique and possess good body coordination Hours of Operation: Hours of operation are generally 7:00 am to 5:00 pm, four days a week.

Salary and Benefits: Battle River Power Coop offers a competitive salary, attractive benefits and a positive work environment. The starting salary for this position will be based upon the experience and qualifications of the successful candidate.

Applications: Qualified applicants are encouraged to submit a cover letter and current resume via email or to address below by December 15, 2017 at 4:00 pm or when suitable candidate is hired. We appreciate and consider all applications; however only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Please submit your resumé to: Battle River Power Coop Attention: Human Resources Box 1420, Camrose, AB T4V 1X3 Fax: 780-672-7969 Email: valerie.king@brpower.coop

FARMLAND FOR SALE BY TENDER Daniel O’Reilly hereby offers the following parcel of land for sale by tender, subject to the existing reservations on title: The North West Quarter of Section Thirteen (13) Township Forty One (41) Range Twelve (12) West of the Fourth Meridian Containing 64.7 Hectares (160 Acres) More or Less Excepting Thereout: 0.279 Hectares (0.69 Acres) More or Less as Shown on Road Plan 3879EO Excepting Thereout All Coal, Petroleum and Valuable Stone And the Right to Work the Same, And also Excepting Thereout All Other Mines and Minerals The land has approximately 135-140 cultivated acres, no buildings, and is located near Alliance, Alberta.

Tenders are to be submitted in sealed envelopes marked “O’Reilly Tender” to Jon Stolee at Farnham West Stolee Kambeitz LLP, Barristers & Solicitors, 5016-52 Street, Camrose, Alberta T4V 1V7, on or before noon, January 26, 2018, and shall be accompanied by a GST number and a cheque payable to Farnham West Stolee Kambeitz LLP in trust for 10% of the tender price.

4716-38 St., Camrose, AB T4V 3T5 • Phone 780-672-2452

FARMLAND FOR SALE BY TENDER The owners hereby offer the following parcel of land located in Camrose County, for sale by tender, subject only to the existing reservations on title: MERIDIAN 4 RANGE 20 TOWNSHIP 43 SECTION 8 QUARTER SOUTH EAST EXCEPTING THEREOUT ALL MINES AND MINERALS, SUBJECT TO EXCEPTIONS, RESERVATIONS AND CONDITIONS CONTAINED IN TRANSFER 7687DA. AREA: 64.7 HECTARES (160 ACRES) MORE OR LESS The land is located approximately 15 km north of Bashaw, Alberta on Highway 21 and 6.4 km east on Dorenlee Road.

There are approximately 140 cultivated acres and 20 acres of low land and slough. Avedex has been applied this fall.

There are no buildings, fences or surface leases on the land.

Tenders are to be submitted in sealed envelopes marked “Playfair Tender”, to Scott Farnham at Farnham West Stolee Kambeitz LLP, Barristers and Solicitors, 5016-52 Street, Camrose, Alberta T4V 1V7, on or before 12:00 noon, December 21, 2017, and shall be accompanied with GST number and a cheque payable to Farnham West Stolee Kambeitz LLP in trust for 5% of the tender price.

No conditional tenders will be accepted and the highest, or any tender, will not necessarily be accepted.

The highest, or any tender, will not necessarily be accepted.

Tenders will not be opened in public.

Tenders will not be opened in public.

The deposits of all unsuccessful tenderers will be returned to them by mail.

The deposits of all unsuccessful tenderers will be returned to them by mail.

The successful tenderer shall be obligated to complete the purchase on or before the end of February, 2018. The 10% deposit shall constitute a deposit towards the purchase price.

The successful tenderer shall be obligated to complete the purchase on or before January 26, 2018. The 5% deposit shall constitute a deposit towards the purchase price. Taxes will be adjusted on closing date.

There will be no other adjustments.

For further information, or to view the property, please contact Daniel O’Reilly at 780-827-6030.

For further information, or to view the property, please contact Gary Playfair at 403-883-2421 or 780-608-8018.

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6115-48 Avenue Camrose

Kodiaks split series with Canmore Eagles

By Murray Green

The Camrose Kodiaks dominated the first and second periods and hung on to defeat the Canmore Eagles 5-4 on Dec. 1.

Camrose stormed out of the gate and took a 2-0 lead on tallies from Brock Bremer and Tyler Schendel. After the Eagles grabbed a goal of their own, Colson Gengenbach restored the two goal lead for the Kodiaks. However, before the period ended, Canmore replied again.

The only goal in the second came from Matt Dykstra to give Camrose another two goal lead.

The Eagles were soaring in the third and tied the match. With about two minutes left on the clock, Jacob Kendall garnered the winner for the Kodiaks.

Camrose netminder Griffin Bowerman stopped 39 of 43 shots he faced.

In the rematch, the Eagles scored a goal in the first and added another in the middle frame to coast to a 2-0 victory the next day.

Goalie Luke Lush turned away 23 of 25 shots to earn the Camrose win.

Camrose dropped a close 4-3 contest to the Drayton Valley Thunder on Dec. 5.

The Kodiaks opened up a 2-0 lead when Schendel and Kyler Kupka netted markers for the bears.

The Thunder was heard after that as the team collected four straight tallies before Dykstra pulled the Kodiaks to within one goal.

Lush stopped 32 of 36 shots to keep Camrose in the game.

The Kodiaks will continue the four game homestand with games on Dec. 12 and 17 with Olds and Grande Prairie providing the opposition.

Prior to the holiday break, Camrose travels to Okotoks and Calgary to play the Canucks with games on Dec. 19 and 20.

The CAMROSE BOOSTER, December 12, 2017 – Page 38

PERMANENT PART-TIME CHILD CARE WORKER

Camrose Women’s Shelter Society operates a 22 bed facility that offers services in support of women and children requiring emergency shelter due to domestic violence, crisis situations or homelessness. We are currently recruiting for the position of Permanent Part-time Child Care Worker. Must have at least a minimum of ECD Level 1 to qualify.

The Child Care Worker works closely with Crisis Intervention staff. The Worker provides support to children in shelter through coordination and implementation of in-house and community activities and encourages and promotes healthy parent-child interaction through example and support. The Child Care Worker must be aware of the symptoms of child abuse.

Preferred applicants plan and implement age appropriate play and supportive programming for children. Activities may include crafts, outings, sports, exercise, games and learning opportunities. The Worker provides care and maintenance of children’s equipment, including some cleaning duties. Ongoing file documentation is required. The applicant must be prepared to provide child care for a variety of ages, have compassion, and have worked with families.

Current First Aid, CPR, criminal record and child welfare checks are required.

Minimum hours of work required with the ability to be flexible should the need arise: Monday, 1:00 to 5:00 pm Tuesday, 1:00 to 5:00 pm (third Tuesday of the month, 1-8:30 pm) Wednesday, 4:30 to 8:30 pm Saturday, 9:00 am to 6:00 pm.

Starting wage: $19.90 Application closing date: December 19, 2017 Please forward applications to: Email: admin@camrosewomenshelter.org Fax: 780-679-4999 Mailing: Box 1405, Camrose, AB T4V 1X3 We thank all who apply; however, only those selected for consideration will be contacted.

Downtown revitalization Continued from page 30

“Until the city hears from the public and biggest stakeholders, which in the downtown area are the businesses, it is really hard to say how the policy or some of the interventions might affect downtown.”

Leckie said the City acknowledges that the main street and a couple of the other commercial areas have more-or-less been the heartbeat of downtown for decades and that the Downtown Area Redevelopment Plan needs to be very careful about making sure any new buildings or development compliment what is downtown and not replace or move those businesses.

“The City is looking for businesses and services that are not currently offered in the downtown area and are trying to attract those businesses as supportive industry.

“We want to make sure the business owners have enough involvement in this plan so that they will be able to say, with confidence, why downtown is going that direction. We need their buy-in and to make sure we are not detracting from what is already in Camrose because a lot of people come from outside of Camrose and Camrose County for the services that are here.”

Besides accentuating an already vibrant down-

town area, developing new businesses and services on vacant or under-utilized land will bring in the benefits of more tax levy, a portion of which will go directly back to downtown and indirectly through City services such as policing, public works and infrastructure.

The ultimate goal of DARP is to identify what makes a great street and what makes a great neighbourhood. “What is it about downtown that people love so much,” commented Leckie. “Is it the number of businesses, the heritage design, the ease of parking?

“The City’s goal is to build on what we have and look at some of those main defining principles which we have done now through our photo inventory studies. We took over 1,000 photos of downtown in October of things that we like, things that we don’t necessarily like and things that work – it will all be vetted through the public in the different public engagements,” concluded Leckie.

The process of completing the plan will take time in order for the City to effectively receive feedback and then incorporate it into the plan.

For updates and to follow the City blog on the Downtown Area Redevelopment Plan, visit the www.camrose.ca/DARP.

NOTICE OF DEVELOPMENT PERMITS The following Development Permits have been conditionally approved subject to the right of appeal to the Subdivision and Development Appeal Board. Any person claiming to be affected by a development permit approval may appeal to the Secretary of the Subdivision and Development Appeal Board, 3755-43 Avenue, Camrose, AB T4V 3S8 (780-672-4446), by filing a written notice of appeal, accompanied with payment of $150.00, by 4:30 pm on December 27, 2017.

Type of Development: Relax setback for existing dwelling Legal Description: Lot 1, Block 1, Plan 1324221, NW 4-43-20-W4 Permit Number: 17-179

NOTICE TO CREDITORS AND CLAIMANTS Estate of DIANE LYNN CLARK, of the City of Camrose, Alberta, who died on August 23, 2017.

If you have a claim against this estate, you must file your claim by Friday, January 12, 2018, and provide details of your claim with WAYNE THRONDSON, Q.C. at Fielding & Company LLP, Suite 100, 4918-51 Street, Camrose, AB T4V 1S3.

If you do not file by the date above, the estate property can lawfully be distributed without regard to any claim you may have.

NOTICE TO CREDITORS AND CLAIMANTS Estate of the late EDWARD HAESLOOP, of Ohaton, Alberta, who died on December 1, 2017.

If you have a claim against this estate, you must file your claim

by January 18, 2018, and provide details of your claim with SCOTT FARNHAM of Farnham West Stolee Kambeitz LLP, Barristers and Solicitors at 5016-52 Street, Camrose, AB T4V 1V7.

If you do not file by the date above, the estate property can lawfully be distributed without regard to any claim you may have.

NOTICE TO CREDITORS AND CLAIMANTS Estate of GRACE CHRISTINE WENZEL, who died on November 3, 2017.

If you have a claim against this estate, you must file your claim by December 29, 2017, and provide details of your claim with JAMES H. ANDREASSEN at Andreassen Borth, Barristers & Solicitors, #200, 4870-51 Street, Camrose, AB T4V 1S1.

If you do not file by the date above, the estate property can lawfully be distributed without regard to any claim you may have.

Hockey Vikings share second

By Murray Green

The Augustana Vikings hockey team head into the winter break tied for second place in the Alberta Colleges Athletic Conference.

The Vikings have a 9-41 record after 14 games and are five points back of the front-running NAIT Ooks.

The next game for the Vikings in the EnCana Arena is against the NAIT Ooks on Jan. 5 at 7:30 p.m.

Volleyball

The women’s volleyball team lost two matches to the NAIT Ooks 3-0 and 3-2 on Dec. 1 and 2.

In the first match, the Vikings were led by Rae Metrunec with 10 kills, Karen Wagner with 13 assists and Kiana Mah with nine digs.

In the second heartbreaking loss in five games, Metrunec collected 15 kills, Wagner garnered 38 assists and Jordan Zadunayski earned 19 digs.

The men’s Vikings also lost two straight, 3-1 and 3-1 matches against NAIT. The Vikings were led by Jesse Weber with 10 kills, Logan Pasishnik with 30 assists with both Thomas Zimmerman and Weber receiving seven digs in the opening match.

In the rematch, Connor Sinnamon collected nine kills, Pasishnik added 22 assists and Zimmerman counted eight digs.

Augustana hosts the King’s Eagles on Jan. 19 beginning at 6 and 8 p.m.

Augustana will be hosting the women’s ACAC championships on Feb. 22 to 24.

Basketball

LEGION BURSARIES

Murray Green, Camrose Booster Camrose branch of the Royal Canadian Legion Comrade Agnes Minnes, front centre, presented student bursaries to Carla, back left, accepting on behalf of River Kelly, Tim Messick, Cameron Gau, front left, and Marty, on behalf of Shannon Lohner at the Legion on Nov. 28.

Augustana women’s basketball team split a two-game series with NAIT Ooks winning 79-61 and losing 70-64.

Emma van Bruinessen led the Vikings with 18 points and Beliana Slikker chipped in with 14 points in support on the first night.

In the rematch, Jessica Haenni and Torey Lauber garnered 15 points each on offence.

The men’s squad lost the weekend series with scores of 94-60 and 90-85 in a hard fought overtime contest.

In the first game, Connor Gusdal netted 14 points and Mason Hunter added nine in support.

In the rematch, Eddy Nkerabahizi scored 23 points, while both Nathan Bowie and Steven Spracklin added 15 points each.

The CAMROSE BOOSTER, December 12, 2017 – Page 39

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OUT OF TOWN

FANTASTIC OPPORTUNITY IN BASHAW! … Ideal commercial bldg. that can service not only your local clientele but the LAKE traffic as well! Nestled in a higher traffic area w/good access both in and out of town. Asking $150,000 CA0113104 COMMERCIAL PROPERTY IN OHATON! ... Looking for a property to located your business or just need more space?

This is a good opportunity! 1488 sq. ft. bldg. w/good workshop area, overhead door access.

Exc. 8’x20’ office trailer available all set up.

Located just minutes from Camrose. Take a look!

Asking $89,000 CA0093961 MOVE-IN READY HOME IN BAWLF! ...

3-bdrm. 1459 sq. ft.

Lots of upgrades, features! Fully fenced, RV parking, lge. lot. Fantastic value in this home!

Asking $317,500 CA0114925 UPDATED BARRIERFREE HOME … in Daysland.

Wheelchair D! UCEliving REDopen accessible, space, enclosed elevator, many daily aides incl. Updated kitchen, vinyl windows, elec. panel, low maint. flrg. Single garage, 12’x32’ deck, immediate poss.

CA0101339 Asking $129,900 BEAUTIFUL 5-BDRM. HOME IN DAYSLAND! … Move in ready, very functional floor plan includes triple glazed windows, MF laundry, beautiful bright kitchen, dining area. Fin. bsmt. w/family room, gas FP, 2 bdrm. This loved home is ready for its new owners!

CA0116319 Asking $319,900 LOCATION! LOCATION! …

This move in ready home is ideally located in quiet little community of Daysland.

Bright open floor plan, 3+1 bdrm., open, inviting kitchen w/fantastic deck off dining area. Downstairs has great family room, extra storage. Superb yard, garden space cap off this wonderful family home. So much to offer at such a fantastic price!

CA0116473 Asking $235,000 NICE SIZE LOTS! ... Affordably priced in hamlet of CA0090478 Kingman. Starting at $49,900

BEAUTIFUL QUALITY BUILT BUNGALOW IN ! DAYSLAND! …

LY D N IE FR R SE N IOgorgeous Absolutely home! 9’, vaulted ceilings, gorgeous bamboo flooring, lots of bright windows. Gourmet kitchen w/granite, lovely bright dinette w/patio doors to amazing deck.

Awesome great room, huge master, superb en suite! Exc. MF laundry, awesome yard, attached htd. garage, RV parking, a/c + more! You’ll love it!

Asking $329,900 CA0074085 UNIQUE CHARACTER HOME IN SEDGEWICK … This 1422 sq. ft. 3-bdrm. home on 2 lots is a charmer. Great potential w/ tons of extra space for all your needs. Perfect central location. Asking $119,000 CA0119202 LOCATED IN THE BEAUTIFUL LITTLE COMMUNITY OF DAYSLAND! ... Recently remodeled 3-bdrm. bungalow. Bright, open floor plan situated on 6000 sq. ft. lot. Close to hospital, downtown, park! perfect for first time home buyer or an investor. So much value for such a fantastic price!

Only $84,900 CA0111477 W O N D E R F U L OPPORTUNITY IN RYLEY! … 3-bdrm., 2 bath bungalow w/over 1000 sq. ft. 2 garages, carport. Immediate possession. CA0113588 Asking $153,500 WONDERFUL OPPORTUNITY ... to have your own corner lake lot in the summer village of White Sands! Steps away from the beach! Don’t miss out! Asking $149,900 CA0095261 DON’T MISS OUT ON THIS OPPORTUNITY! … Located on lge. lot in Bawlf, this home features 1320 sq. ft., 4 bdrm., 3 baths, open kitchen area. Deck, dble. garage, nicely landscaped yard. Wonderful community! Asking $119,900 CA0115593 STRIK ING HOME IN ROUND HILL! …

Modern, open concept design, spacious kitchen, centre island, corner pantry. Both bdrm. have WI closets! MF laundry. Quiet area, perfect home for any buyer!

CA0109809 Asking $254,000

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Stolen tractor located by plane A John Deere tractor was stolen from an address in Rosalind. With the help of a friend with a plane, the owner was able to locate the stolen tractor near Strome.

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Killam RCMP attended the location and recovered the stolen tractor. With thefts at an all time high, Camrose RCMP remind County residents to lock up their property.

PIE SHAPED LOT IN QUAINT SHERMAN PARK SUBDIVISION, RED DEER LAKE... Check out the options this property provides for quiet country living or for your leisure and rec. periods. Ask $26,000 CA0109931

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4870-51 St., Camrose

780-672-4495

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Central Agencies Home of the Week

Great first-time buyer’s home

By Lori Larsen

This three-bedroom bungalow located close to parks, playgrounds and all the amenities of the west end business sector would make the perfect starter home or a home for someone looking to downsize, but still wanting their own yard.

The front entry leads into a cozy living area painted in a warm, trendy palette and has a large front window that saturates the room with natural light.

The kitchen has updated countertops and bright white cabinets and adjoins to a perfect dinette area with garden doors leading to a large deck with a canopy and good-sized backyard.

The main floor has an updated, stylish four-piece bathroom and three bedrooms including a master suite with its own two-piece en suite.

The lower level is completely finished with a wonderful family room where you can curl up and watch movies. Just off the family room is another space that could be used as a home office, gym or could easily be converted

Matthew Mayer into a fourth bedroom. The spacious laundry room contains plenty of storage for seasonal items, tools or crafts.

Completing the lower level is a modern three-piece bathroom.

The backyard is its own little paradise, completely fenced for privacy with gorgeous mature trees. There is also a secluded barbecue and firepit area, a 22’ x 24’ heated garage (every homeowner’s dream), and a large RV parking pad.

Included in the purchase is the fridge, natural gas stove, built-in dishwasher and microwave, washer and dryer.

This great family home, located at 4303-73 Street, is reasonably priced at $265,900. There will be an open house on Thursday Dec. 14 from 2 until 4 p.m. and Saturday, Dec. 16 from noon until 2 p.m. For a personal viewing contact Matthew Mayer at: Central Agencies Inc. 4870-51 Street, Camrose 780-672-4495 or Matthew 780-781-7088

CARNIVAL FUN

Lori Larsen, Camrose Booster Camrose Boys and Girls Club held a carnival on Dec. 9 for children to enjoy games while their parents did some catching up on shopping. Left to right, Boys and Girls Club mentor Naomi Goliboski, attendees Camryn and Lia Read and mentor Kayley Hynek, back, play a little air hockey.

BIRTHS To Debbie Gao and Tim Levitt, of Camrose, a son on December 1.

DEATHS Lillian “Effie” Dunkerley

of Camrose, on December 1, at 94 years of age.

Julianne Elizabeth Mullin of Wetaskiwin, formerly of Lower Sackville, Nova Scotia, on December 2, at 32 years of age.

Ronald Arthur Cobean of Ryley, on December 2, at 78 years of age.

Anne Friesen of Tofield, on December 2, at 88 years of age.

David Downing of Edmonton, on December 3, at 64 years of age.

Nevaeh Charette of Holden, on December 5, at 14 years of age.

Lois Allison Soderstrom of Edmonton, on December 6, at 87 years of age.

Douglas Albert Riske of Edberg, December 7, at 62 years of age.

Colleen Cheryl Hartman of Camrose, on December 7, at 58 years of age.

Clarence Henry Graumann of Camrose, on December 8, at 83 years of age.

Dale Stephenson of Camrose, on December 9, at 69 years of age.

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Open HouseS Thur., Dec. 14, 12-2 pm 5910-24 Avenue Close “Gorgeous walkouts!”

NEW COMMUNITY! WALKOUT VILLAS OVE R LOOKI NG LAKE! … Valleyview West Lake Estates.

Parks, walking trails close by. Exc. presentation, coffered ceilings, hardwood flrg., gourmet kitchen, granite, spacious dinette, gorgeous LR, superb master, en suite. MF laundry, exc. bsmt., in-floor htg., a/c. Awesome deck/patio, fin. garage, artificial turf, vinyl fencing. It’s all done, amazing views!

Asking $530,162 CA0117195

Thur., Dec. 14, 2-4 pm 5203-36 Avenue BRAND NEW BUNGALOW … Quartz kitchen counters, FP, vinyl plank flg., MF laundry, WI pantry, vaulted ceiling. Bsmt. framed for future dev. Covered porch, 11’x18’ deck, triple car garage. CA0111562 Asking $429,900

Thur., Dec. 14, 2-4 pm Sat., Dec. 16, 12-2 pm 4303-73 Street “Home of the week, see page 39!”

SOLID FAMILY HOME IN DUGGAN PARK … close to playgrounds, west end amenities. Fully fin. bungalow, 3 bdrm., 3 baths. 22’x24’ htd. garage, exc. RV option, fenced yard + more! Asking $265,900 CA0119994

Sat., Dec. 16, 11am-1pm 5609-28A Avenue Close WONDERFUL VALLEYVIEW 2-STOREY ... with bonus room.

Cul-de-sac close to playground, parks, walking trails. 3-bdrm., 3 baths, over 1800 sq. ft. w/bright open plan. Elegant LR w/gas FP, lovely kitchen incl. eating bar, DR accessing lge. south-facing deck. Great master w/WI, en suite w/2 vibrant bdrm., bath on upper level.

Superb 3-car htd. garage, handy MF laundry.

Lge. corner lot fully fenced w/exc. landscaping.

Fabulous property to call your HOME. Asking $429,000 CA0118815

Sat., Dec. 16, 11am-1pm 5621-23 Avenue “Beautiful Valleyview bungalow!”

GORGEOUS CUSTOM BUILT BUNGALOW IN VALLEYVIEW! ...

You’ll love the lifeE! style, valley view walking trails. 9’, coffered IC PR NEW ceilings, beautiful hardwood flooring, gorgeous kitchen cabinetry, granite countertops.

Lovely LR, spacious dinette, superb master, MF laundry. Exc. bsmt. dev., in-floor htg., 9’ ceilings. Awesome yard, veranda, deck, courtyard, fenced, oversized 24’x26’ garage, RV option + more! Now only $495,000 CA0093233

OVER $300,000

EXC. HOME IN QUIET CUL-DE-SAC BACKING ONTO GOLF COURSE! … This custom built home will please any growing family and offers vaulted ceilings, 2 wood FP, multiple living areas, exc. kitchen w/one-of-a-kind dinette, lge. master w/4-pce. en suite. 22’x26’ garage, beautiful yard + much more! Asking $554,900 CA0109971 PREMIER FAMILY FLOOR PLAN … with walkout bsmt. in Creekview!

Stunning 4-bdrm., 2192 sq. ft. 2-storey w/bonus room.

Rear covered deck. A/C, flex room w/sliding barn doors, MF laundry, open kitchen overlooks dining, living area w/lge. windows, exc. gas FP w/stone feature wall. True master suite features 5-pce. en suite w/htd. floor. More than enough room for whole family w/terrific valley views you will absolutely love! Asking $537,000 CA0119211 NEXT TO NEW BUNGALOW CO M P L E T E LY FINISHED! …

1520 sq. ft. main level w/vaulted ceilings, hardwood/tile floors, granite counters, den, 5-pce. en suite, MF laundry, htd. 22’x24’ garage, 2 gas FP, 2 en suite baths. 2-tiered deck, fenced yard!

WOW! Asking $497,500 CA0105732 EXC. 5-BDRM., 3 BATH BI-LEVEL HOME … located on Park Ridge Drive. Vaulted ceilings, lge. open kitchen, DR, master en suite w/jetted tub, master WI closet. Maintenance free deck, BBQ gas hookup, landscaped yard, oversized htd. garage, RV parking space + much more! Very well maintained home. Ask $449,900 CA0118511 STUNNING CUSTOM B U I LT 5-BDRM. HOME ... in Creekview.

Features incl. oversized dble. garage, chef’s kitchen, wet bar and so much more. Don’t miss out on this superb home! CA0118909 Asking $599,999

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BRAND NEW BUNGALOW … Quartz kitchen counters, FP, vinyl plank flg., MF laundry, WI pantry, vaulted ceiling. Bsmt. framed for future dev. Covered porch, 11’x18’ deck, triple car garage. Asking $429,900 CA0111562

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VA LL EXCEPTIONALLY BUILT WALKOUT BUNGALOW … backing onto water in Valleyview West subdivision! This stunning home features vaulted ceilings, flex room, gas FP, awesome master w/5-pce. en suite, a/c. 24’x24’ garage.

CA0096217 Asking $564,900

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QUALITY CUSTOM BUILT BUNGALOW IN VALLEYVIEW ... close to walking paths, playground!

Open floor plan w/4 bdrm., 4 baths has many upgrades. Features incl. hardwood, SS appl., coffered ceilings, stone FP, hot tub, a/c + much more! A must see! Ask $609,500 CA0117205 TOP FLOOR! 1864 SQ. FT. W/LOFT! …

Remarkable adult condo living w/floorto-ceiling windows showcasing Jubilee Park. High ceilings, open concept living, gas FP, 2 bdrm., 2 baths.

Lge. master suite features dble. vanity, in-room laundry, full en suite. Amazing loft space. 2 decks!

Htd. parking in bldg. Very unique opportunity for condo living in Camrose! CA0115731 Asking $525,000 BEAUTIFUL, QUALITY BUILT BUNGALOW, VALLEYVIEW WEST! … Premier lifestyle, cul-de-sac location.

Absolutely gorgeous home, C! SA ED Lyou’ll loveCUthe quality and craftsmanship!

Featuring beautiful 12’9’ and coffered ceilings, open stairwell, bright windows, gorgeous hardwood flooring. Amazing gourmet kitchen, granite, walkthrough pantry, prep centre.

Lovely dinette, awesome great room, cozy FP. Impressive master/en suite, MF laundry. Exc. bsmt., in-floor htg., huge family/games/media room. Huge yard, covered decks, htd. garage, RV parking + more! It’s perfect! CA0099090 Asking $649,900 NEW FLOOR PLAN OFFERS LOVELY FOYER, … spacious great room, engineered hardwood floors, MF laundry. Beautiful kitchen c/w quartz countertops, lge. centre island, corner pantry, gorgeous maple cabinets w/under-cabinet lighting. Great master w/WI closet, 5-pce. en suite w/htd. tile floors, shower, corner soaker tub, bonus room + much more! CA0109432 Asking $409,900 STUNNING FLOOR PLAN! … This custom a/c walkout 2-storey home comes with so many great features incl. beautiful kitchen w/centre island, lovely maple cabinets, quartz countertops, walk-through pantry. Exc. dining area w/coffered ceilings, gas FP, open staircase, huge master bdrm., 5-pce. en suite, bonus room plus much more! An outstanding family friendly home that needs to be seen to be appreciated!

Now asking $499,900 CA0109918 WOW! BEAUTIFUL 2-STOREY, AWESOME YARD, CENTURY MEADOWS! … Close to parks and walking trails. Gorgeous 2741 sq. ft. home.

Exc. presentation, beautiful open staircase, vaulted ceilings, hardwood flrg. Awesome kitchen, bright dinette, DR, LR, family, den, 2 cozy FP, MF laundry. Huge master, superb en suite. Dev. bsmt.

Huge yard, private courtyard, RV parking. Impressive home!

Asking $559,000 CA0117430 EXECUTIVE STYLE 3215 SQ. FT. … home located in Victoria Park! Elegant fully reno’d kitchen w/custom cabinetry, rare Italian granite, high end appl. Private, mature, picturesque parklike back yard. Attached 3-car garage. Homes of this quality, caliber don’t come up often, on a lot like this within the city!

CA0118717 Asking $675,000 WONDERFUL FAMILY HOME, CENTURY MEADOWS! … 5 ! bdrm., 3 bath bi-level G IN ST LI NEW w/over 1300 sq. ft. Bright, cheerful w/3 lge. bay windows. Master w/en suite, WI closet.

Fin. bsmt. w/lge. family room. Fully fenced, landscaped corner lot w/alley access, deck, att. dble. garage. Much to offer! CA0116844 Asking $329,900

BRIGHT, INVITING BUNGALOW … located in Victoria Park, backing onto green space, close to playground! 4 bdrm., 3 baths, master en suite, WI closet. Open floor plan, a/c. Dble. htd. attached garage. Well maintained home!

Asking $339,800 CA0113099

Beautiful Walk Out Bungalows

by Battle River Homes Gorgeous walkout condos Amazing lake views! backing onto lake and trails!

NEW IN VALLEYVIEW WEST In-floor heated • Desired community LAKE ESTATES! walkout basements!

• 9’ and 10’ ceilings • Gourmet kitchens, granite • Generous garages • Exceptional 5910-24 Avenue Close craftsmanship Thur., Dec. 14 • Finished with 12-2 pm Starting from $409,162 elegance

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EXC. 1-1/2 STOREY IN CENTURY MEADOWS! … Gorgeous open floor plan, great location, private yard, htd. garage, htd. workshop. Beautiful open staircase, hardwood flrg., vaulted ceilings, open loft area. Exc. hickory kitchen w/granite, awesome great room, huge master, luxurious en suite, MF laundry.

Exc. bsmt. dev. Great yard, workshop. Call now!

Asking $419,900 CA0115649 BEAUTIFUL WALKOUT … 2-storey backing onto park, playground in RK! You’ll love the UT ON PACreekview!

WALKOlifestyle location, w/walking trails close by. Awesome kitchen, huge island, granite, WT pantry, Park views from dinette, great room, FP, den, MF laundry, 3 living areas, 4 upper bdrm., superb master, en suite, a/c. Beautifully landscaped yard, awesome 31’x26’ garage + more! Better than new, just move in! Ask $579,500 CA0106231 THIS HOME SHOWS LIKE NEW! … Open concept design on MF, ideal for entertaining. CA0114244 Asking $343,500 EXC. WALKOUT BUNGALOW TOWNHOUSE … Quality built end unit overlooking park, walking trails. Bright open floor plan, 9’ ceilings, hardwood floors, MF laundry, great master w/ en suite, beautiful kitchen, island. Awesome bsmt. w/lge. fam. room, bdrm., bath. Fully fenced w/deck, patio, shed, attach. garage. Not a condo, superb lifestyle!

CA0115200 Asking $354,900

SOLD

EXCELLENT BUNGALOW … located on lge. pie-shaped lot in Victoria Park. 4 bdrm., 3 baths, open concept floor plan, lots of features!

Outside will impress you w/its spacious back yard.

This is a must see! Ask $420,250 CA0116931 WONDERFUL VIC PARK BUNGALOW! … MF laundry, RV parking, sunroom + more! Lge. SW facing yard, very private w/garden plot, 10’x12’ shed. Newer shingles, 24’x24’ garage, vinyl windows. Very nice home. CA0110993 Asking $369,900 Impressive floor plan in valleyview west! … Vaulted ceilings, gorgeous kitchen, 3 bdrm., finished FR in bsmt., 24’x22’ garage plus much more! Ask $449,900 CA0086740 SITTING ON ONE OF THE NICEST LOTS IN CENTURY MEADOWS! ... This really could be the quality home your family has been waiting for! Featuring high-end engineered hardwood, vaulted ceilings, custom master bath, quartz counters, gas FP. Trex deck w/in-step lighting, prof. landscaped yard – THE LIST GOES ON! Everything is done, just move in!

CA0119198 Asking $564,900 GORGEOUS CUSTOM BUILT WALKOUT – TRANQUIL MIRROR LAKE SET! VA LUE TION AL TING! … Peaceful private setting, lifestyle. AbsoEXCEP lutely gorgeous 5300 sq. ft. w/exc. presentation, craftsmanship. Amazing windows, natural lighting w/picturesque views from home, secluded deck. Beautiful open design w/gorgeous open staircase/wells/loft. Amazing chef’s kitchen, prep kitchen, private nook, beautiful DR, gorgeous LR, cozy den. Amazing master, en suite, private retreat. Exercise/bonus room. Exc. bsmt., in-flr. htg., rec room, amazing media room, spa room. Awesome triple garage! You’ll love it! CA0109951 Asking $899,000

VERY WELL MAINTAINED 4-PLEX … within walking distance to schools, parks, playgrounds, corner store, rec facilities. 1740 sq. ft. bldg. w/3x 2-bdrm. and 1x 1-bdrm., 4-pce. baths, common area entrance, shared coin laundry, shared boiler system, extra storage. Shingles 2 years old, all but one unit has updated vinyl windows.

CA0103875 Asking $459,000 FANTASTIC INVESTMENT OPPORTUNITY … in the heart of Camrose! Great exposure, close to downtown, university. 4-plex features four 2-bdrm. units, each individually metred. Built w/Hardiplank siding, ICF block foundation.

Good track record, proven cash flow. 4-plex right beside it is also for sale, CA0111037.

Asking $629,000 CA0110038 FANTASTIC INVESTMENT OPPORTUNITY … in the heart of Camrose! Great exposure, close to downtown, university. 4-plex features four 2-bdrm. units, each individually metred. Built w/Hardiplank siding, ICF block foundation.

Good track record, proven cash flow. 4-plex right beside it is also for sale, CA0111038.

Asking $629,000 CA0110037 NINE-PLEX, EXCELLENT INVESTMENT OPPORTUNITY! … Very well maintained, central downtown location. Impressive bldg., 8 spacious 2-bdrm. suites, one spacious 1-bdrm. suite. Oversized 50’x209’ lot w/ample parking. A property you’ll be proud to own! Don’t miss out on this one! CA0117063 Asking $945,000

MULTI-FAMILY LOTS 2.5 ACRES ZONED R3 AND MULTI-FAMILY ... Exceptional west end location across from huge park and playground, by west end amenities. Lots of potential with re-division options. Call now! CA298482

RESIDENTIAL LOTS HUSTLE PARK ... by huge playground and west end amenities!

• 30 lots with alley access, starting from $91,190 • 18 cul-de-sac lots, starting from $114,290 SOUTHWEST MEADOWS ... by parks, playground and West End amenities!

• 14 lots with alley access, from $96,690 • 11 large cul-de-sac lots, from $139,425 Call now for more information!

VACANT LOT IN CASCADES! … Opportunity to build your home, close to shopping!

Asking $75,500 CA0117464 VACANT LOT IN CASCADES! … Opportunity to build your home, close to shopping!

Asking $75,500 CA0117463 BUILD YOUR DREAM HOME ON 1.19 ACRES … in Camrose. Amazing location, spectacular views! A must see! CA0118512 Asking $395,900

COMMERCIAL LOT

2.94 ACRE MULTI-FAMILY LOT ZONED R3!

EXC. LOCATION, CLOSE TO AMENITIES! … Exc. property for an adult community, condominium project and/or multi-family developments. Prime west-end location w/exc. site. Pavement on 3 sides, across from huge park. CA0097247

FOR SALE OR LEASE

11.15 ACRES OF PRIME INDUSTRIAL LAND …

Exc. location in expanding east side industrial area of Camrose. Zoned M1 – Light Industrial.

Property currently being used for pipe storage.

Building 7260 sq. ft. of office area, arch rib arena, multi-purpose bay. Additional enclosed storage, covered outside storage. Exc. opportunity! Call now for details.

CA0069085

COMMERCIAL

6,000 sq. ft. empty lot! … Located downtown between Credit Union and Royal Bank. C1 zoning, excellent location. Wonderful investment or building spot opportunity! Asking $149,900 CA0085343 EXCELLENT OWNERSHIP OPPORTUNITY! ...

Great location, highway exposure! 1528 sq. ft. retail bldg. w/additional mezzanine. Imagine the possibilities. Available immediately. Asking $375,000 CA0103916 EXC. BUSINESS O PP O R T U NITY – ZONED M1 LIGHT INDUSTRIAL! ... 4 lots w/good central location, suitable for multiple uses. 4352 sq. ft. bldg., good workshop areas, loading doors, front offices, mezzanine storage, HE furnaces, a/c. Fenced storage yard, 28’x30’ rear garage.

Easy customer access. Call now! CA0062344 Asking $449,000

ACREAGES

Awesome Acreage lifestyle, countryside views, on pave… Exc. energy eff. !

EAment!

AN AR GMacres, home, Hwy 617. 1770 sq. ft. home. ICF K IN4.3 basement, ICF MF w/in-floor htg all 3 lvls. You’ll love the warmth, rustic finish, countryside views, bright windows, beautiful staircase and ceilings. Cozy LR, bright dinette, exc. kitchen, MF laundry, superb master, exc. bsmt. and more! Country lifestyle and décor, you’ll love it! Ask $549,000 CA0101513 46466 RANGE ROAD 213 … Build your dream home in McNary Estates on this 1.57 acre parcel.

Beautiful location, views!

Asking $156,800 CA0117157 OPPORTUNITY TO HAVE THIS ACREAGE WITHIN CAMROSE CITY LIMITS! … 2.24 acres, beautiful 2 storey home w/ over 2000 sq. ft., 4 bdrm., 3 baths, greenhouse amenities. This is a must see to appreciate the value of this property and home! Close to parks, trails. Asking $989,900 CA0112117

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Wow! EXCEPTIONAL ACREAGE W/AMAZING YARD SETTING. IT’S PERFECT!... For hobbyist, small business or rec. use! Impressive custom built 1,818 sq. ft. home only minutes from Camrose, just off pavement. Wow! Awesome 32’x48’ workshop, it’s the MAN CAVE you dreamed of! This beautiful home feat. 9’ vaulted ceilings, bright windows w/dormers, lovely hardwood floors. Awesome gourmet kitchen, bright dinette, cozy great room, superb master and en suite, MF laundry. Awesome park setting and lifestyle! Exceptional opportunity!

Asking $639,900 CA0101671 COZY ACREAGE JUST SOUTH OF EDBERG! ...

Many updates in recent years – plumbing, elec., upstairs vinyl windows, hardwood flrg., baths, pellet stove + more! Awesome 30’x40’ shop w/ garage, work space + upper level flex room.

Nice and private! Ask $312,500 CA0109443 BUILD YOUR DREAM HOME ... on this beautiful, private 3-acre parcel! Only 10 min. from Camrose, this perfect sized lot is awaiting your “big plans”. With power brought to the property and a well already dug, all you have to do is connect them. The exclusivity of this property will be sure to draw you in. Only 2 km off pavement! Asking $119,900 CA0114236

Call us for your free market evaluation!

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CAMROSE HOMES UNDER $300,000 AFFORDABLE, SENIOR FRIENDLY CONDO, EASY ACCESS, GREAT LIFESTYLE! … Close by medical clinics, shopping centres, restaurants. You’ll love this senior-friendly bldg. Perfect for visiting, entertaining, coffee gatherings.

Lovely LR, cozy FP, sunroom, den, en suite.

Affordable too! Asking $165,000 CA0118475 RIDGE POINT CONDO … centrally located, close to schools, downtown. Well maintained 3-bdrm., 2 bath unit w/open concept floor plan, vaulted ceilings, oak cabinetry, MF laundry. Deck out back. Perfect for first time home owner or investment property.

Asking $179,900 CA0108958 TOTALLY UPGRADED! … Reno’d inside and out – windows, siding, flooring, bathroom, kitchen, furnace, HW tank – you name it!

2 decks, 16’x28’ garage. Close to schools, downtown area.

Asking $180,000 CA0120069 LOOKING FOR AN AFFORDABLE HOME OR INVESTMENT PROPERTY? … Here it is! 3-bdrm. bungalow in quiet location close to schools, hockey arena, ball diamonds. Huge family room, lots of storage.

Single car garage w/carport + much more!

Asking $239,900 CA0098325 WOW! AFFORDABLE, SPACIOUS 4+1 BDRM. TWO-STOREY HOME! ... 2,130 sq. ft. home, 4 bdrms. upper, 3.5 baths, 3+ living areas. Lots of room. Country style kitchen, DR, LR, 2 FR, rec. room, sunroom. Generous master, ensuite.

Fenced yard, 24’x26’ garage. Spacious, affordable.

Asking $269,900 CA0110254 BEAUTIFUL 2-BDRM. CONDO! … Centrally located close to downtown shopping, university, schools. Elevator, 2 entrances to suite. Bright open design, lovely LR, spacious dinette, kitchen, generous master, en suite. 7 appl., 2 decks. Retired, first home or investment! It’s a great opportunity!

Asking $169,900 CA0116747 HANDY MAN SPECIAL! … 5-bdrm. home in quiet area has ample space for whole family. Nice sized 26’x26’ dble. car garage provides extra storage. New additions done for you already, this may be house you’ve been waiting for! CA0119273 Asking $233,900 GREAT STARTER, PRIVATE PARK SIDE LOCATION! … 1024 sq. ft. family bungalow plan.

Spacious LR, vaulted ceiling, bright country style kitchen, patio doors to deck overlooking park.

Exc. bsmt. w/lge. family/games area. Great yard, 15’x22’ attached garage + more! Lots of potential!

Asking $219,900 CA0115998 GREAT STARTER, BUNGALOW BY SCHOOLS, PARKS! … 958 sq. ft. 2+1 bdrm. w/good location. Bright LR, cozy kitchen, dinette w/patio doors to lge. private deck. Dev. bsmt. w/lge. family/games area. Courtyard, 24’x26’ garage, alley access + more! Call now!

Now only $212,900 CA0116420 AFFORDABLE 2-STOREY ... near schools, playground and downtown. Immense potential w/over 1000 sq. ft., 2 bdrm., full bath, office, MF laundry, bsmt. storage. Alley access w/newer 26’x28’ htd. garage.

Be sure to check out this outstanding offering w/assessed value over 200K. CA0119278 Asking $159,900

EXC. STARTER HOME IN DUGGAN PARK! … 1980 built w/3+1 bdrm., hardwood/cork flrg., fin. bsmt. 24’x26’ garage w/gas RI, fenced yard + more. Great choice!

CA0113061 Asking $249,000 TERRIFIC BUNGALOW CLOSE TO PARK, GOLF COURSE … located in Victoria Park!

Great home offers nice LR w/newer flooring, great kitchen/DR w/lovely cabinets, family room w/gas FP. 22’x28’ htd. garage + much more!

Asking $293,900 CA0111023 AT TR AC TIVE BUNGALOW, ACTIVE LIFESTYLE! Asking $209,900 CA0119141 EXCELLENT AND AFFORDABLE ...

2-bdrm. property steps away from west end amenities. No stairs! MF living. Cute kitchen, master w/awesome WI closet, laundry/utility room, personal storage room. Don’t hesitate on this great opportunity!

CA0119494 Asking $119,900 TOP FLOOR FIELDSTONE CONDO, BY MIRROR LAKE! …

Desired corner unit w/wrap around deck.

You’ll absolutely love this beautiful bright open floor plan. Lovely 2-bdrm. unit. Cozy FP, en suite, MF laundry, lge. east facing deck. Senior friendly, underground htd. parking. Close to walking trails, city centre. Call now to view! CA0100044 Now only $285,000

SOLD

GREAT INVESTMENT PROPERTY OR STARTER … Lots of potential w/R2 zoning. Both sides of duplex available w/separate titles, currently leased at $1200/mo. + utilities. One 4-bdrm. unit, one 3-bdrm. unit, both w/dev. bsmt. A great opportunity! CA0114578 & CA0114579 Asking $187,000 each MOVE IN READY MOBILE HOME … on own lot! Clean home w/dble. car !

G port, 2 bdrm., full NEW LISTIN bath. Don’t miss out on this opportunity!

Asking $109,900 CA0120262 MOVE IN READY! … Great LR w/bay windows. Open kitchen/ dining w/centre island, corner pantry, lots of cabinet space. 3 bdrm. upstairs, full bath. Bsmt. fully fin. w/LR, flex space. Enjoy lge. deck, fully landscaped/fenced yard. Close to shopping, parks. Immediate possession.

Asking $293,000 CA0116852 ONE-OF-A-KIND PROPERTY ... backing onto the Camrose fountain! Gorgeous views, mature trees, incredibly private backyard. 1370 sq. ft. walkout bsmt., 3 bdrm., 2 baths. Single attached garage, covered deck.

Perfect opportunity to create your dream home.

Asking $289,900 CA0094155 EXC. MOBILE ON RENTED LOT IN NORTHSIDE TRAILER PARK! … Affordable bright living w/vaulted ceiling, wonderful laminate flooring, spacious LR, super kitchen, dining area w/china cabinet, lge. master w/WI closet, en suite, 2 more bdrm., bath, laundry room. Outdoor space offers deck, parking pad, landscaping, fencing. A must see! Ask $89,900 CA0103045

ACREAGES STUNNING ACREAGE 5 MIN. FROM CAMROSE! … 1918 sq. ft. bungalow has 5 bdrm., 3 baths will impress you from moment you pull up!

Open, bright concept floor plan, vaulted ceilings, hardwood flrg. MF deck, panoramic views on 27 acres + much more! Pride in ownership is shown throughout this property!

CA0114395 Asking $1,100,000 ENJOY COUNTRY LIVING … at its finest on this beautiful, peaceful acreage setting close to Camrose! 1112 sq. ft., 4-bdrm.

2-bath bungalow w/lots of upgrades, features!

Treed yard, garden area, old schoolhouse w/ loft area, htd. dble garage. You’ll be amazed by this charming, peaceful, quaint setting. A must see!

Asking $389,900 CA0115688 GORGEOUS SETTING! …

1998 built, barely 10 min. to Camrose. 1672 sq. ft. bungalow w/vinyl windows, new shingles, 3 bdrm., 2 baths, vaulted ceiling, 2 FP. 24’x28’ garage, 19’x31’ shelter, fenced area for animals. A piece of paradise!

Asking $399,900 CA0115338 REMARKABLE CUSTOM BUILT RAISED B U N G A LO W ! … 1885 sq. ft. on 11.05 acres. Cross fenced, 4 good outbuildings incl. 24’x28’ htd. shop, dugout, lge. garden, ICF foundation w/infloor heat, 9’ ceilings, hardwood/tile/cork flooring, HRV unit, triple pane windows. Fully fin., move-in ready. Minutes to Camrose! Asking $685,000 CA0103277

LOTS OF POTENTIAL! PRIVATE HIDEAWAY/HOBBY FARM! … 159.67 acres close to Ministik Lake Game Bird Sanctuary. Need more land? 153.83 acres and 5.14 acres available.

Older 1046 sq. ft. home was moved onto a walkout bsmt. Partially reno’d., upgraded, MF mostly completed. Natural quarter w/ponds, trees. Sold “as is”!

Asking $429,900 CA0116995 ACREAGE 5.14 ACRES, GREAT BLDG. SITE! …

Close to pvmt., Ministik Lake Game Bird Sanctuary. Additional 153.83 acres available. Build your dream home! Asking $92,000 CA0117021 153.83 ACRES, GREAT BLDG. SITE! … Close to pvmt., Ministik Lake Game Bird Sanctuary. Need more land? 159.67 acres and 5.14 acres available. Rolling pasture land, natural trees. Good bldg. site. Property is being sold “as is”! Lots of potential! Asking $319,000 CA0117019 EXC. OPPORTUNITY, AWESOME COUNTRY LIFESTYLE! … Wow! 12.75 acres located on pvmt., Hwy 834, w/municipal sewer service.

You’ll love this peaceful acreage setting. Lots of room for your hobbies, animals or build your dream workshop. Featuring a cozy 1283 sq. ft., 3+1 bdrm. bungalow. Awesome acreage setting.

40’x72’ quonset + more! Come and enjoy.

Asking $319,900 CA0115873 REMARKABLE PROPERTY! … 1/3 mile off Hwy 21. 10 min. to Camrose. 26 acres, 2190 sq. ft. fully fin. home + sun room. A/C, vinyl windows, 3 gas FP, newer shingles.

32’x48’ htd. shop, 32’x60’ partially htd. shop, 34’x60’ barn. 7 acres fenced, 11 acres hay, dugout, garden, masterfully landscaped. A true beauty!

Asking $995,000 CA0119340

• Zero step entry homes • Master planned community • Designed for active adults • No condo fees • Community lifestyle 1456 sq. ft.

Starting from $379,900

“SIX LUXURIOUS PLANS!” “LIFE BUILT BETTER!”

1286 sq. ft.